Virtual Desktop Definitions

This glossary explains the meaning of key words and phrases that information technology (IT) and business professionals use when discussing virtual desktop and related software products. You can find additional definitions by visiting WhatIs.com or using the search box below.

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Several new features for VMware Workspace One are now generally available -- including an option to accelerate remote onboarding.

VMware's announcement to merge vSAN Health and Skyline offers admins a comprehensive portfolio of various VMware support ...

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Log files generate vast amounts of data, which negatively affects performance. As a result, admins should build logging ...

Learn how AWS Lambda has been updated over the years to address shortcomings in its serverless computing platform, and how ...

Let's take a look at on-premises vs. cloud computing models and evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of each option.

Many factors go into managing Azure resources, and they vary based on a company's needs. Explore five pieces to the larger cloud ...

VMware's vRealize suite and its acquisitions of CloudHealth and other startups bolstered its cloud management reputation. However...

Use VMware Host Profiles to keep configuration consistent between hosts and clusters across your vSphere, and avoid common errors...

VMware vMotion is a function of vSphere that enables live migrations of VMs to ease load balancing and maintenance. Explore the ...