March 2011

• March 31, 2011 31 Mar'11

  Fast Guide to Microsoft's RemoteFX

  This guide covers how Microsoft RemoteFX works, limitations only found in the fine print, and how it compares to remote desktop protocols from VMware, Citrix and Quest Software.  Continue Reading

• March 30, 2011 30 Mar'11

  Obey Microsoft licensing rules and run IE6 on Windows 7

  It's still illegal to use application virtualization to run Internet Explorer 6 apps on Windows 7. But new software skirts Microsoft's rules and runs IE6 apps in IE8 browsers.  Continue Reading

• March 29, 2011 29 Mar'11

  Microsoft's virtual desktop licensing costs still hinder VDI adoption

  By making virtual desktop licensing expensive, Microsoft prevents customers from lowering desktop management and Windows upgrade costs while protecting its Windows profitability.  Continue Reading

• March 29, 2011 29 Mar'11

  Microsoft SCCM 2012: built for PCs, smart enough for VDI

  Microsoft broadened Systems Center Configuration Manager 2012 to manage physical and virtual desktops and mobile devices, and it’s not just an answer to customer demand.  Continue Reading

• March 29, 2011 29 Mar'11

  Assessing your desktop virtualization needs

  Virtual desktops don't bring cost savings, but they offer other benefits. Here's how to assess your organization's needs consider options and costs, and sell management.  Continue Reading

• March 23, 2011 23 Mar'11

  Choosing VDI connection brokers for high-definition desktops

  Third-party connection brokers are vendor-agnostic, giving data center managers a way to deploy VDI in heterogeneous data centers.  Continue Reading

• March 22, 2011 22 Mar'11

  Comparing Quest Software's RDP enhancement to RemoteFX

  Vendor-neutral VDI company Quest Software has its own RDP enhancement, EOP, but it will soon support Microsoft RemoteFX and give customers the option of combining both products.  Continue Reading

• March 21, 2011 21 Mar'11

  Virtual desktop storage management quiz

  Test your knowledge of virtual desktop storage management with this quiz and see how much you know about disk alignment and boot storms.  Continue Reading

• March 17, 2011 17 Mar'11

  Two IT pros show how VDI can change the desktop management game

  Two college CIOs explain that when used in the right situations, and with proper planning, VDI does deliver on its promise of easier management, flexibility and efficiency.  Continue Reading

• March 16, 2011 16 Mar'11

  The pros and cons of using hosted apps in the enterprise

  Hosted applications can reduce IT management burdens, but they can leave you at the mercy of service providers. Here are the pros and cons to weigh before moving to the cloud.  Continue Reading

• March 15, 2011 15 Mar'11

  Comparing Microsoft RemoteFX to VMware PCoIP

  RemoteFX and PCoIP have similarities and differences, but the real battle between Microsoft and VMware's VDI protocols is at the hypervisor level; It's Hyper-V versus vSphere.  Continue Reading

• March 10, 2011 10 Mar'11

  Microsoft incrementally upgrades its virtual desktop line

  Microsoft's virtual desktop line got a mini refresh. There is management integration for MED-V and Package Accelerators for App-V 4.6. Thin PC also got a status update.  Continue Reading

• March 10, 2011 10 Mar'11

  How to tell if you're actually using RemoteFX

  Turning on the RemoteFX role service under Remote Desktop Services is simple, but how can you tell if you've connected via RemoteFX or plain old RDP?  Continue Reading

• March 09, 2011 09 Mar'11

  Virtual desktop clients for iPads here before enterprise demand

  VMware introduced a View Client for the Apple iPad, a device more consumer- than enterprise-driven. IT pros wonder when VMware will tackle more important enterprise needs.  Continue Reading

• March 09, 2011 09 Mar'11

  VDI and systems management -- one tough puzzle

  Some virtual desktop products integrate with enterprise management suites, but most VDI relies on its own consoles. Is that so bad?  Continue Reading

• March 08, 2011 08 Mar'11

  The differences between Microsoft RemoteFX and Citrix HDX

  Microsoft's RemoteFX VDI protocol enhances RDP and seems to compete with Citrix HDX, but the two products have very different use cases.  Continue Reading

• March 07, 2011 07 Mar'11

  More mobile devices support virtual desktops -- but are they practical?

  Which mobile devices can you use to access virtual desktops? When is it practical to use an iPad or smartphone to access a desktop remotely? Find the answers here.  Continue Reading

• March 02, 2011 02 Mar'11

  Like 'cloud,' the term 'app' is often misused

  Like the term "cloud," the "app" label is used to describe everything these days. But when is an app an application, and when is it just a Web service? And when does it matter?  Continue Reading

• March 02, 2011 02 Mar'11

  The Ultimate Guide to Application Virtualization

  This application virtualization guide offers info on choosing and using application virtualization, expert tips and desktop virtualization news you can use.  Continue Reading

• March 01, 2011 01 Mar'11

  What you need to know about Microsoft RemoteFX

  Microsoft's RemoteFX desktop protocol delivers "perfect" Windows 7 virtual desktops, as long as the conditions are exactly right.  Continue Reading