Application virtualization and streaming
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News
15 Feb 2022
Samsung extends VMware Horizon to second screen
People running VMware’s virtual desktop on Samsung’s smartphones and tablets can access Windows on both the device and an attached monitor to increase productivity. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Sep 2021
Understanding the difference between thin and thick clients
How do thin and thick clients compare for licensing or flexibility? These two endpoint types each have their role in the enterprise, but they fit into organizations in very different ways. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Sep 2020
How to troubleshoot common VDI issues
VDI administrators must be adept at troubleshooting various VDI issues. Sufficient planning can prevent some, but IT should be prepared to deal with a few common issues. Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2020
How can mobile app virtualization improve BYOD app access?
Mobile app virtualization isn't a new technology, but the latest generations of smartphones have made this technology more viable for everyday use for enterprise mobile users. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jun 2020
Security, productivity key desktop virtualization benefits
According to a survey conducted by Enterprise Strategy Group, IT pros pointed to security, productivity and IT efficiency as the virtualization benefits driving VDI and DaaS adoption. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 May 2020
5 tips to optimize CAD application performance for VDI
CAD applications that run on VDI require special treatment on the back end by admins, and this video explains how IT can optimize CAD performance for remote and local users. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 May 2020
Parallels RAS pushes remote work flexibility
Industry observers say Parallels RAS' speed of deployment, ease of use and compatibility with varying devices helps businesses retain remote work flexibility. Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2020
Citrix App Protection helps secure remote work
More employees are using personal devices to access corporate data than ever before. Citrix App Protection hopes to mitigate the risk. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Apr 2020
Future of remote work will be heavily influenced by COVID-19
COVID-19 has made working from home a reality for many workers, but what is the future of remote work? Will current policies persist, or will it be back to business as usual? Continue Reading
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News
09 Apr 2020
Cameyo NoVPN removes a remote work bottleneck
Cameyo's NoVPN provides secure employee access to internally hosted apps without taxing corporate VPNs that are already strained by the remote work explosion. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Mar 2020
AR and VR for business: Considerations for virtualization, and where VMware sits
Rachel Berry looks at how VMware seems best poised to lead the way when it comes to AR/VR streaming, and she also talks with Ben Jones of The GRID Factory. Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2020
Citrix enacted remote work during China's coronavirus crisis
The new coronavirus has begun to affect how U.S. companies are thinking about remote work. In this Q&A, Citrix's James Singh talks about how the company faced this problem in China -- and made it work. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Feb 2020
GPU virtualization eases system workloads, boosts efficiency
Virtual GPUs help boost data center efficiency and provide a better user experience, but admins must determine whether their workloads justify implementing the technology. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Feb 2020
Compare MSIX App Attach to other app layering tools
With Microsoft's MSIX App Attach in public preview, IT professionals should learn the layer tool's capabilities and how it stacks up compared to tools from Liquidware and others. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2019
Citrix-AWS ties bolstered to make hybrid cloud a reality
A new Citrix-AWS partnership could simplify application delivery. Analysts describe the news as sensible for the two companies. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Dec 2019
Vendor briefing notes: A look at Cameyo, which provides remote apps from the cloud
Cameyo also touts extensive G Suite integration, Azure support, and more. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2019
Browser OS could turn the browser into the new desktop
In this Q&A, VDC Research's Eric Klein explains why Chrome OS has jumped ahead of the market by providing a browser OS that addresses enterprise use cases. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Jun 2019
Explore pros and cons of virtual application streaming
There are multiple ways to deliver virtual applications, and app streaming is one of them. Find out what app streaming means in a virtual desktop infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2019
Virtual application delivery methods to know
It can be intimidating to choose the best virtual application delivery method. Take a look at the different options to determine the best one for your organization. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Mar 2019
How app layering can overcome app virtualization challenges
App layering allows IT to manage applications independently. Learn about the other benefits of app layering and how it differs from application virtualization. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Feb 2019
GPU virtualization evolves with new chip types on the horizon
GPU-makers Intel, AMD and Nvidia all provide virtualization support; the next step is to merge CPU and GPU functionality to handle both application and math/graphics-related tasks. Continue Reading
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Answer
16 Jan 2019
GPU use gains traction in VDI deployments
The ability to share GPUs among multiple virtual desktop instances has contributed to a rise in GPU use in many VDI deployments. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Dec 2018
How to accommodate mobile VDI users' application access
IT faces an uphill battle when deploying virtual desktops to mobile devices due to compatibility issues. Virtualization platforms help IT address these problems. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Dec 2018
Clear the confusion around Microsoft RDS
Microsoft Remote Desktop Services is often pigeonholed as a session-based virtualization tool. IT can, however, use it for both VDI and app virtualization, as well. Continue Reading
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Answer
18 Dec 2018
How does Microsoft RemoteApp server-based virtualization work?
With RemoteApp, users can access virtual apps that reside in a data center or in a cloud-based VM rather than locally on their devices. The app still behaves as though it's local. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2018
Client and server-based virtual application delivery methods
IT pros can deliver virtual apps to users with a client-based or server-based approach. The main difference is where the data lives. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Nov 2018
IT reaps the benefits of HCI for virtual desktops and apps
Hyper-converged infrastructure can deliver benefits to IT on the back end, but many of those benefits can also directly affect virtual application delivery and performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Nov 2018
Integrate legacy Windows applications with modern device capabilities
Enabling virtual desktop users to open apps in the format that allows the apps to function best would be ideal, but there's work to do to enable this capability. Continue Reading
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Answer
31 Oct 2018
Are application layers always a good idea?
App layering, which separates apps from the underlying OS, helps IT in several ways, including allowing it to deliver apps to specific groups, but it's not always a great fit. Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2018
How are application layering and app virtualization different?
If IT pros effectively use either app layering or app virtualization, they can simplify management while improving the end-user experience. Continue Reading
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12 Oct 2018
How can IT improve its virtual application capacity plan?
When IT deploys virtual apps, it must plan for the applications' capacity needs. Two common planning methods are monitoring app performance and load simulation. Continue Reading
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28 Sep 2018
Does application container technology differ from virtualization?
When delivering virtual apps to users, IT has a few options up its sleeve, including containers, which isolate the app from the OS and other applications. Continue Reading
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29 Aug 2018
How does a client-based application with Microsoft App-V work?
The app virtualization world is confusing. Get some clarity on how client-based app deployment works by taking a closer look at Microsoft App-V. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Aug 2018
4 non-Windows applications VDI shops must account for
VDI shops must manage more than just traditional Windows apps in today's enterprise. They must also address Apple-specific apps, as well as mobile-first apps and more. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Aug 2018
What’s the state of application layering in 2018?
Application layering has arrived. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2018
What to look for in a virtual application monitoring tool
Poor virtual app performance makes users unhappy and unproductive, which hurts an organization's bottom line. IT can fight problems by monitoring virtual app performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jun 2018
Put application virtualization products under the microscope
Get to know the four main components that make up any app virtualization product, including client access, management and monitoring, and the delivery infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Answer
07 Jun 2018
How should IT evaluate application virtualization products?
When picking an application virtualization tool, IT pros must understand the app types they are dealing with, determine their security needs and more. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 May 2018
Get the scoop on elastic application layers from Citrix
IT pros can use Citrix Elastic Layering to target apps to specific users. However, it's important to know when and where to use Elastic Layering, as well the potential problems. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 May 2018
Six ways to simplify Citrix App Layering
App layering can deliver a lot of benefits to IT administrators, but only if they know how to keep management simple. Start by understanding ELMs and keeping Windows up to date. Continue Reading
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Buyer's Guide
20 Apr 2018
Buy the right desktop and application virtualization product
Virtualizing both desktops and applications can increase productivity, agility and mobility within a company. Discover the products that can deliver both services to your workers. Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2018
XenApp 6.5 end of life spurs IT to rethink app delivery
A few factors come into play that may make a XenApp migration not as easy as it looks for some organizations. Planning and testing will help IT handle version 6.5 end of life. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Apr 2018
Survey the desktop and application virtualization market
Organizations want the flexibility to deliver virtual desktops and applications from the same platform. Learn about the products that can do both for your enterprise. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Apr 2018
How to deploy GPU-enabled virtual applications
More apps are graphics-intensive than ever before. As a result, VDI shops must know the steps it takes to deliver said apps to users without too much hassle. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Mar 2018
Compare top desktop and application virtualization products
Each company has different desktop and app virtualization needs. Buyers must compare what vendors offer for mobility and data governance to make the right purchase. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 Feb 2018
The evolution of the application performance management tool
As apps evolve, the tools IT uses to manage them have to as well. App virtualization in particular has altered management needs by requiring that IT be able to see into the entire app stack. Continue Reading
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News
23 Feb 2018
Published app monitoring helps IT see the complete picture
IT can use published application monitoring to gain insights into app-related performance issues. ControlUp, which recently added it, is one vendor that delivers these metrics. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Feb 2018
The key features in an app, desktop virtualization product
Desktop and app virtualization tools help admins deliver services to users regardless of where they work and what devices they work on. Learn how to make a smart buying decision. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Feb 2018
Why deploy desktop and application virtualization?
Virtualizing desktops and apps can enable tighter security and a more agile environment and can simplify maintenance and enhance productivity, particularly for remote workers. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Aug 2017
Rise of the graphics-intensive mainstream apps
VDI shops can no longer assume mainstream apps, such as Microsoft Office, do not require GPUs. This type of app, as well as websites and more, are increasingly graphics-intensive. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Apr 2017
When should IT choose desktop delivery over published apps?
IT admins have to decide between delivering full virtual desktops or virtual apps. Once they decide that, there's still the question of choosing on-premises or cloud-based. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Mar 2017
How to decide to deliver apps through VDI vs. installing them locally
Admins have a tough choice in how they deliver new apps to their users. In some situations it's better to do it through VDI while in others its best to install them locally. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Nov 2016
"I Can’t Print!" Short answers to complex Citrix printing issues
Printing can still be hard, but in this article Jo Harder shares some advice from her highly-rated BriForum session. Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Sep 2016
NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel: How they do their GPU virtualization
With three companies competing in the virtual GPU market, let's take a look at the key features between them and how they virtualize GPUs. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
18 Aug 2016
Explore five virtual application delivery tools
With all of the virtual app delivery tools out there, it can be hard to know what's what. Sort through the clutter to learn about some of the top offerings, including Citrix XenApp and Microsoft App-V. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Aug 2016
How to handle Windows 10 browser compatibility issues
IT often runs into problems with legacy apps not functioning well on new browser versions. There are a few ways to combat Windows 10 browser compatibility issues in Internet Explorer 11. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Oct 2015
VMware App Volumes and ThinApp are better together
VMware has two app virtualization tools, but organizations don't need to choose one or the other. Using App Volumes and ThinApp together gives IT departments plenty of app delivery options. Continue Reading
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Guide
20 Oct 2015
Everything you need to know about GPU virtualization
GPU virtualization makes virtual desktops a strong option for users who need graphics-intensive apps, because this technology moves graphics rendering to the data center. Continue Reading
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Opinion
13 Jul 2015
Running Windows desktop apps on mobile devices gets easier
Today, admins can choose from a combination of virtualization, refactoring, secure containers and GPU virtualization to deliver Windows apps on mobile devices with a decent user experience. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jun 2015
How to virtualize apps with VMware ThinApp, step by step
It's fairly easy to virtualize apps with VMware ThinApp, you just need to know a few basic steps, including setting up a VM, taking snapshots and using the Setup Capture utility to run scans. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Jun 2015
Let their powers combine: Use Intune, RemoteApp combo for virtual app delivery
Microsoft Intune, App-V and RemoteApp all let you deliver apps to mobile devices, but no one approach is perfect. A combination of Intune and RemoteApp for virtual app delivery can work well. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 Mar 2015
Benefits and disadvantages of virtual mobile infrastructure
Virtual mobile infrastructure lets you run mobile applications in your data center and take advantage of some of the same benefits as VDI, but it also comes with similar drawbacks, such as offline access issues. Continue Reading
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Answer
29 Sep 2014
ThinApp vs. XenApp: What's the difference?
ThinApp and XenApp are both application virtualization tools. They do basically the same thing, they just come from different vendors. Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 May 2014
VMware and Citrix put gloves on, customers prep for winning products
Whether Horizon 6 or XenApp is better doesn't matter; the longer VMware and Citrix duke it out, the better both products will be for customers. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Dec 2013
Three important VDI application deployment considerations
Consider app compatibility and the frequency of updates when you choose VDI application deployment methods. Oh, and don't forget cost. Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2013
Click-to-Run and MSI provide Office 2013 installation options
The Microsoft Installer has competition for Office 2013 installation. See how Office Click-to-Run allows Office 2013 to run without a full download. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2013
Citrix kills its Application Streaming feature, directs users to App-V
Citrix has officially ceased development and support for its Application Streaming feature, and has directed IT pros to use Microsoft App-V instead. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jan 2013
Application virtualization comparison: XenApp vs. ThinApp vs. App-V
App streaming and virtualization tools differ when it comes to portability, offline capabilities and more. Get to know application presentation tools from Citrix, VMware and Microsoft. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Apr 2012
Reverse seamless windows: The secret to local apps on remote desktops
Some apps just run better as local applications. Reverse seamless windows technology allows you to run apps locally while presenting them on remote desktops. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Jan 2012
Web apps are browser-based, not browser independent
Web apps aren't a free pass on IT management. Issues such as plug-ins, security settings and browser version requirements mean that managing Web apps can be a lot of work. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
07 Jul 2011
Microsoft virtual desktop licensing guide
Microsoft licensing is convoluted, particularly for VDI. This guide navigates Windows virtual desktop licensing, how to reduce licensing costs, and what’s legal and what’s not. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jun 2011
Google Chrome OS vs. Chromium OS: Understanding the difference
Before buying Google Chromebooks, learn the difference between Chrome and Chromium -- the free HTML5 browsers and OSes you can use to check out desktop virtualization clients. Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2011
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
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Tip
16 Mar 2011
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
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Tip
01 Dec 2009
Which form of app virtualization is best: streaming or localized?
Follow these steps to determine which method of application virtualization is best for your IT shop: streaming mode or localized mode. Know your IT environment to find the way. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Jun 2009
Understanding application virtualization as a software hosting strategy
Application virtualization is a software hosting strategy that can increase system protection and eliminate incompatibilities with configuration data by using APIs to emulate middleware and OS interfaces. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2009
Parsing virtual apps, streaming and isolation
Do you know the difference between application virtualization, isolation and streaming? Find out in this week's column from Brian Madden. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
08 May 2008
Application virtualization guide
This series takes a look at the basics of application virtualization, with details on what it means to Terminal Services as well as info on how to implement the technology with Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Continue Reading