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Desktop Virtualization

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Desktop Virtualization (VDI)

The business reasons that drive desktop virtualization (VDI) solutions are different than those that drive server virtualization. Where server virtualization is concerned with consolidation and saving money, desktop virtualization is about isolation and the ability to do different things on the same machine.

A More Flexible Environment. Improved TCO.

Desktop virtualization works by isolating and securing workloads on single physical systems. In its simplest form, servers host an entire desktop environment specific to each user. One of the most important advantages of VDI is the ability to provision PCs and other client devices with software from a central location. With desktop virtualization, organizations can manage enterprise clients from the datacenter, rather than at each user’s desk, reducing onsite support and enhancing application management.

Build Up. Tear Down. No Hassle.

Desktop virtualization also enables organizations to build up and tear down systems without having to take entire PCs out of commission. Desktop virtualization even lets you create a snapshot of an existing environment’s state for troubleshooting purposes.

VDI. Secure Your Network.

Desktop virtualization addresses the many network security concerns stemming from unmanaged devices, such as PCs used by employees or contractors logging on to the corporate network from home. With desktop virtualization, IT administrators can create policies for remote users that restrict access to specified external drives, file servers, or IP connections.

VDI. Less Risk. More Options.

With solid VDI encryption, organizations can mitigate the risks associated with stolen laptops or network breaches. Software such as VMware ACE enables IT administrators to encrypt specific virtual machines (software files containing an operating system, applications, and related data), rather than the physical hardware itself.

Virtualized Hardware. Right Out of the Box.

Chipmakers are now putting virtualization technology into their hardware to make virtualization software run better, and more and more software vendors are rolling out desktop virtualization offerings. Let GreenPages’ VDI experts help you navigate today’s complex virtualization landscape.