July 2017
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July 31, 2017
31
Jul'17
published applications
Published applications are virtual software programs that function as if they were installed locally. Continue Reading
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July 26, 2017
26
Jul'17
virtual desktop
A virtual desktop is a computer operating system that does not run directly on the endpoint hardware from which a user accesses it. Continue Reading
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July 26, 2017
26
Jul'17
desktop virtualization
Desktop virtualization is the concept of isolating a logical operating system instance from the client that is used to access it. Continue Reading
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July 24, 2017
24
Jul'17
Come on down! The VDI price is finally right
Many IT pros used to view VDI as too expensive, but now with technologies such as hyper-converged infrastructure and all-flash arrays, everything is changing. Continue Reading
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July 24, 2017
24
Jul'17
How to keep VDI costs to a minimum
The cost of VDI may not be as daunting as some IT pros think, thanks in large part to new storage methods and hyper-converged infrastructure. Continue Reading
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July 20, 2017
20
Jul'17
Android apps on Chromebooks hurt appeal as thin clients
All future Chromebook releases will support Android apps, which brings concerns regarding their security, management and overall usefulness as thin clients. Continue Reading
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July 20, 2017
20
Jul'17
Travel down the nonpersistent or persistent VDI road
The difference between nonpersistent and persistent virtual desktops is more than just three letters. From deployment to storage, IT pros need to know the available options. Continue Reading
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July 18, 2017
18
Jul'17
Compete in the Citrix terminology decathlon
Citrix is a big player in the IT world, and it comes with a bit of its own language. Use this quiz to make sure the top Citrix terms don't trick you. Continue Reading
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July 17, 2017
17
Jul'17
VDI product bundles aim to urge adoption by improving customer support
Organizations don't want to go through the headache of involving multiple vendors in their VDI environment, so vendors aim to mitigate this and other negative aspects of VDI. Continue Reading
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July 14, 2017
14
Jul'17
A look into the VDI capacity planning crystal ball
Planning for VDI capacity is daunting. There are certain measures IT can take to better prepare, such as estimating resources and determining workflows. Continue Reading
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July 11, 2017
11
Jul'17
The future of virtualization lies with Remote Desktop Session Host
Even though VDI came and made waves in the market, RDSH's staying power is evident because it is so straightforward and should survive the fall of the traditional desktop. Continue Reading
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July 11, 2017
11
Jul'17
Consider key factors in the physical vs. virtual desktop debate
When deciding between physical or virtual desktops, IT admins must evaluate the costs, look at their application requirements and understand their users' needs. Continue Reading
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July 11, 2017
11
Jul'17
Tatarinov out as Citrix CEO in surprise shake-up
Citrix has named its fourth CEO in less than two years, appointing its CFO to replace Kirill Tatarinov. The move has analysts and IT pros questioning the company's motivation. Continue Reading
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July 06, 2017
06
Jul'17
Ivanti makes surprise buy of UEM provider RES Software
Ivanti acquires user environment management vendor RES Software for its automation and identity management tech. The deal follows Ivanti's 2016 deal for RES competitor AppSense. Continue Reading
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July 06, 2017
06
Jul'17
When workspace tools can stand in as VDI brokers and when they can't
For smaller companies, workspace tools, which bring users' resources into one access point, can work as VDI brokers. VMware and Citrix offer options, as well as some other vendors. Continue Reading