Virtual desktop tools and technology
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Tip
11 May 2023
What are RDS CALs and how should IT use them?
IT teams rely on CALs to ensure that RDS users are properly licensed for their sessions, so they should know how to work with them and what different options they present. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Jun 2022
How to approach Citrix performance troubleshooting
Citrix performance issues can be difficult to deal with. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent and troubleshoot them using various techniques, such as automation. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jan 2021
Citrix to acquire Wrike for $2.25 billion
Citrix announced it will acquire Wrike for $2.25 billion, a move aimed at bringing project management features to the Citrix Workspace offering. Continue Reading
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News
02 Dec 2020
Amazon brings Mac mini to AWS
Amazon's new EC2 Mac service offers the macOS on Mac mini hardware to developers who want to build Xcode applications for the Mac, iPad, iPhone and the Apple Watch. Continue Reading
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News
28 Oct 2020
Google, Parallels improve Windows on Chromebooks
The Google-Parallels technology provides access to Windows software on Chromebooks. The new product could make Chrome OS laptops more attractive to enterprises. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Oct 2020
How to evaluate VDI hardware requirements
VDI has specific hardware needs that servers hosting other virtualized workloads may not meet. Learn how to gauge VDI hardware requirements for servers, storage and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Sep 2020
Consider affordable VDI alternatives to Citrix and VMware
Citrix, VMware and Microsoft aren't the only VDI vendors on the block. Check out alternatives to the major players and what lesser-known VDI vendors can offer. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Sep 2020
Solve the mystery of VDI licensing
A VDI deployment is tricky enough without worrying about having the right VDI licensing. Stay one step ahead of the problems by knowing which license to use. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Sep 2020
Monitor VDI with these top tools
VDI monitoring helps IT pros get to the bottom of end-user experience issues. Understand what to monitor, and review some of the top VDI tools on the market. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Sep 2020
Compare Nutanix Frame vs. Citrix Managed Desktops
While Nutanix isn't as invested in the end-user market as Citrix, both desktop-as-a-service vendors offer benefits for business use cases. IT must evaluate which is the better fit. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Sep 2020
VDI vs. RDS: What are the differences?
The difference between a VDI and an RDS desktop may be small for users, but for IT, the decision of how to host its virtual desktops is extremely important. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Sep 2020
6 ways VDI can benefit your business
As with any technology implementation, VDI requires a careful cost-benefit analysis. Evaluate these VDI benefits to determine whether it's a good fit for the business. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jul 2020
How to enable Hyper-V on Windows 10 for a lab environment
While there are several ways to test new updates on virtual machines, Hyper-V enables desktop administrators to add multiple VMs to a single desktop and run tests. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Jul 2020
Settle the thin client vs. PC debate for VDI endpoints
IT has the responsibility to provide virtual desktop endpoints that maximize UX based on the use cases, so admins should learn the different sides of the thin client vs. PC debate. Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Jul 2020
WFH technologies prosper with ongoing remote access needs
The work-from-home cat is out of the bag, and many skeptical executives have now seen its benefits, boosting markets for technologies like VPN, VDI, HCI that make it all possible. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Jul 2020
Work-from-home infrastructure HCI tips for VDI, remote desktops
Best practices, tips for designing a hyper-converged infrastructure to support virtual desktops for remote workers in today's coronavirus-accentuated, work-from-home environment. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2020
Citrix vulnerabilities affect ADC, Gateway, SD-WAN
Citrix vulnerabilities in several of its networking products expose its customers to hackers looking to infiltrate computing systems. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Jun 2020
IT must prep for the rise of the hybrid team
Phased reopenings are on the horizon, so IT pros must prepare for a hybrid team approach -- with some employees in the office and others at home. Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Jun 2020
Comparing AMD vs. Nvidia for virtual desktop GPU cards
Both AMD and Nvidia bring virtual GPUs to virtual desktop users with resource-intensive applications, but organizations should learn what each vendor's vGPU cards can offer. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 May 2020
Manufacturer turns to micro apps to save time
An electronics manufacturer is in the planning stages of implementing micro apps in Citrix Workspace in the hopes of saving time and easing distractions. 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
29 Apr 2020
NetApp acquires VDI vendor CloudJumper
NetApp looks to edge its way deeper into virtual desktop infrastructure territory with its acquisition of CloudJumper. Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Apr 2020
A deep dive into the internet, bandwidth, and how users in EUC and elsewhere affect capacity
Rachel Berry offers us a look into how the internet works and whether more people working from home could result in potential bandwidth issues. 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
01 Apr 2020
Digitizing events like Citrix Synergy has benefits, drawbacks
What does it mean to move a conference, like Citrix Synergy, online? Experts discuss how conferences are adapting to a COVID-19 world -- and what the future could bring. Continue Reading
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News
18 Mar 2020
Coronavirus pandemic: 5 remote work tips for IT
VMware's Shawn Bass and Brian Madden shared tips to help IT workers make remote work a reality for their organizations as the new coronavirus pandemic progresses. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2020
Nerdio looks to simplify WVD deployment, management
While Windows Virtual Desktop has seen strong interest since it launched last year, its complexity may discourage enterprise adoption. Nerdio hopes to change that. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Mar 2020
Coronavirus could spur desktop-as-a-service adoption
Some organizations -- like a city in California and a university in Australia -- have turned to desktop as a service in the face of disruptions like the coronavirus. Continue Reading
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News
05 Feb 2020
Workspot launches Cloud Desktop Fabric
Workspot claims its new Cloud Desktop Fabric architecture will improve virtual desktop performance by connecting users to the cloud resources closest to them. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2020
Workspace focus splits virtualization market
The once-stable virtualization market is changing as some vendors begin to think more about workspaces. In this Q&A, IDC's Shannon Kalvar talks about what it all means. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jan 2020
Citrix's performance analytics service gets granular
Citrix says its new performance analytics service for its Virtual Apps and Desktops platform will better identify the root cause of performance issues. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jan 2020
Citrix ADC vulnerability discovered, temporary fix released
A security firm said a Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway vulnerability could affect more than 80,000 companies. Immediate action was recommended, but the holidays might have complicated things. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2019
Benefits of virtualization highlighted in top 10 stories of 2019
Based on our top 10 most-read stories of 2019, IT pros sought to learn the benefits of virtualization, as well as the drawbacks, as the technology gained ground. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Dec 2019
Desktop-as-a-service combo targets channel via Ingram Micro
Citrix, IGEL and Ingram Micro are collaborating on a desktop-as-a-service offering, which could provide channel partners with a mechanism for replacing clients' Windows 7 desktops. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
22 Nov 2019
VMware vs. Citrix: VDI security showdown
When it comes to VDI, Citrix and VMware are the two biggest players in the market. But which platform offers more security? Find out in this battle of security features: VMware vs. Citrix VDI. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Sep 2019
4 ways to handle Windows Virtual Desktop management
IT admins who deploy Windows Virtual Desktop should know how to use and manage the service first. Here are four ways to use Windows Virtual Desktop effectively. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2019
HP's purchase of endpoint security vendor Bromium a win for IT
Analysts describe HP's Bromium acquisition as a safe, cheap, smart bet in its push to compete with Dell. It's also another sign of rapid consolidation in the endpoint security market. Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Sep 2019
What does employee experience mean to end user computing?
Striving towards a better employee experience, Citrix and VMware are working on a bevy of new products. Is this the new, expanded definition of EUC? Continue Reading
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News
09 Sep 2019
St. John's Health modernizes with digital workplace technology
St. John's Health modernized its workplace experience by simplifying IT's management of applications with VMware's Workspace One. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 Aug 2019
When should IT use thin clients for VDI?
Thin clients are less expensive than PCs, but they also come with limitations. Find out if thin clients will work well within your organization. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2019
Customers can interact with new VMware DaaS product at VMworld
VMware's new desktop-as-a-service product will get some play at VMworld. How Managed Desktops differs from its Horizon 7 offering is still a mystery. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2019
Citrix Managed Desktops close to GA release
Citrix Managed Desktops, which will be released Aug. 26, is meant to make managing desktops for IT easier by having Citrix control the management aspects of virtual desktops. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2019
Parallels Remote Application Server brings AI, 2FA to SMBs
Parallels added new capabilities to its Remote Application Server product, including better reporting and monitoring for management and easier access to daily applications. 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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News
17 Jul 2019
Windows virtual desktop software gets closer to public release
As a potential release date for Windows Virtual Desktop looms, Microsoft is making sure its most popular applications are optimized to run within a virtualized environment. Continue Reading
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Opinion
15 Jul 2019
A quick look at deviceTRUST, a simple conditional access tool for virtual desktop environments
deviceTRUST rides entirely on top of your existing desktop virtualization environment and is configured via Group Policy, so it can be used without any additional infrastructure at all. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Jul 2019
Lakeside SysTrack 9 asks the question: How is automation changing your helpdesk?
Lakeside is building on their analytics and AI strategy with more reactive and proactive monitoring and healing capabilities in Lakeside SysTrack 9, which is new and GA today. Continue Reading
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Answer
25 Jun 2019
What should IT consider when choosing VDI antivirus software?
Virtual desktops are just as susceptible to cyberattacks as any physical desktop. Here's what IT administrators need to know about choosing the right VDI antivirus software. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Jun 2019
Application virtualization breathes digital life into legacy apps
Manufacturing company Royal Technologies chose Cameyo to access its Windows-based legacy applications without the complexity of a virtual desktop infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Jun 2019
Maximize application performance with VDI optimization tools
IT administrators should look into different VDI optimization tools to reduce the amount of resources used and maximize performance. Learn all about these tools and their benefits. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2019
Citrix customers focus on products and support, not rumors
While acknowledging a sale is unlikely, one Citrix customer said he would expect a similar level of support and satisfaction with Citrix products even if it was. Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2019
Citrix Managed Desktops simplifies cloud desktop delivery
Citrix announces its new Managed Desktops service to unburden IT administrators by helping manage the back-end infrastructure during the provisioning process. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
22 May 2019
The Best of Citrix Synergy 2019 Awards winners
Find out who won at the Best of Citrix Synergy 2019 Awards in categories such as Application, Access and Content Security, and Digital Workspace, as well as who took home the Best of Show award. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2019
Micro apps, AI to power new version of Citrix Workspace
Citrix adds intelligence and micro apps to its Workspace product, bringing in capabilities from the Sapho acquisition to bolster Workspace and make it easier for end users. Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2019
Citrix SaaS products gain traction, a sign of IT's push to modernize
Citrix's quarterly earnings show an uptick in Workspace and subscription-based revenue. But not all the news was good, as CEO David Henshall also announced the CFO's resignation. 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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Feature
18 Dec 2018
VDI trends toward DaaS, mobility in 2019
With the new year approaching, the time is right to reset the VDI table and look at the rise of desktop as a service and mobile devices as VDI endpoints. Continue Reading
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Answer
08 Nov 2018
How should IT assess zero client vs. thin client devices?
Zero clients and thin clients can simplify the endpoints users work with in VDI deployments. The makeup of each option affects the benefits it delivers. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Oct 2018
How Linux thin clients have improved
VDI shops should consider Linux-based thin clients as endpoints for their users for several reasons, including the fact that they are cheaper than Windows thin clients. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Sep 2018
What mobile thin clients offer and why to consider them
The mobile thin client market might not be huge, but these portable devices can be a real boost for VDI shops in improving security and simplifying management. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Sep 2018
Top tips for virtual desktop delivery success
Successfully deploying virtual desktops is no easy feat. IT pros shared their stories of adopting virtual desktops in a customer panel at VMworld 2018. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Aug 2018
It's time to embrace mobile VDI access
Mobile devices have not taken the thin client market by storm, but they could become more popular as virtual app and desktop vendors gear their products toward smartphones and tablets. Continue Reading
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Answer
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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Quiz
15 Aug 2018
Can you manage virtual desktop user profile settings?
IT can control virtual desktops more directly with user profile management. Take this quiz to find out if you know about the different profile types and more. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Aug 2018
8 VMworld 2018 sessions for EUC admins to attend
Put your plan in place now by exploring eight of the top sessions on Windows management, VDI and more at VMworld 2018 in Las Vegas. 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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Feature
26 Jul 2018
VDI shops mull XenDesktop vs. Horizon as competition continues
Citrix still holds a large advantage in the desktop virtualization market, but several factors could allow VMware's market share to grow. Continue Reading
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Answer
06 Jul 2018
Can IT add digital watermarks to its virtual desktops?
As part of a larger security strategy, watermarking virtual desktops can help IT discourage data leakage by adding user-specific text to each desktop. Continue Reading
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Buyer's Guide
14 Jun 2018
Understand and evaluate the user profile management system
Profile management tools can help admins keep tabs on user profiles and information as long as they properly evaluate the prospective platforms and the capabilities they can provide. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jun 2018
Monitor VDI performance in these five key areas
To help maintain a good user experience, IT should turn to VDI monitoring products that look at the performance of deployment automation tools, write cache and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jun 2018
How to create a VDI test deployment with VMware Workstation
It's a good idea for IT pros to test out their VDI deployment before they move users to virtual desktops. They can use VMware Workstation to do just that. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jun 2018
Explore the leading user profile management tools in-depth
Profile management tools help admins keep tabs on users using cloud, migration and app virtualization. Discover the leading vendors with this in-depth overview of their products. Continue Reading
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Quiz
04 Jun 2018
Do you understand all your VDI options?
IT has important decisions to make when choosing a VDI deployment, including whether to use persistent or nonpersistent desktops, what devices to give end users and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 May 2018
Remote display protocols dictate virtual desktop experience
Citrix, VMware and Microsoft all offer remote display protocols with their VDI products. Each one brings a little something different to the table. 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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Feature
11 May 2018
Find the right user profile management software
Determine the right profile management platform for your company and take a close look at personalization, recovery, cloud, UEM and migration features. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
09 May 2018
The Best of Citrix Synergy 2018 Awards winners
Find out who won at the Best of Citrix Synergy 2018 Awards in categories such as Application, Access and Content Security, and Digital Workspace, as well as who took home the Best of Show award. Continue Reading
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Answer
03 May 2018
Does deploying VDI affect other systems?
VDI can affect areas of a company network, such as internet bandwidth. IT can mitigate the effects of VDI users by allocating resources and monitoring system performance. Continue Reading
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Guide
23 Apr 2018
The go-to guide for managing VDI users
VDI shops can help keep their end users happy by using user profile management to enable personalization and by taking advantage of VDI monitoring tools. 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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Feature
17 Apr 2018
Understand the benefits of user profile management software
Profile management tools can be valuable assets to address failure recovery, migration support, KPI improvement, as well as profile corruption, so long as they fit your environment. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
17 Apr 2018
Citrix Synergy 2018 conference coverage
Citrix Synergy is May 8-10 in Anaheim, Calif. Stay up to date on all the news and analysis that comes out of the conference. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Apr 2018
Ten Citrix Synergy 2018 sessions to attend
Get a jump start on your Citrix Synergy planning with this rundown of 10 interesting sessions that explore Linux-based virtual desktops, scalability and planning, and more. 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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Feature
05 Apr 2018
User profile management software in the modern enterprise
Profile management tools help admins keep track of important details about users, like their bookmarks, browser histories, wallpapers, documents and more. Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2018
TetherView desktop disaster recovery offers a way into VDI
With standby virtual desktops from TetherView, IT can forgo full-fledged backup data centers for disaster recovery. The company CEO details use cases for the technology and more. 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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Tip
29 Mar 2018
Three VDI capacity planning steps IT must follow
When planning its VDI deployment, IT must account for the resources users will need to avoid over or under provisioning the virtual desktops and anticipate potential growth. Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Mar 2018
CloudJumper (formerly part of nGenx) is targeting Citrix customers with their new migration tool
Several years ago, CloudJumper was a big Citrix partner. Now they’ve acquired their key technology partner, IndependenceIT, and are targeting Citrix migrations. 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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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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Answer
15 Feb 2018
What are the differences between TCP and UDP?
When it comes to using TCP or UDP for sending packets of data through a network across devices, IT must know the differences and when each option is a good fit. 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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Answer
12 Feb 2018
What root cause analysis software exists for virtual desktops?
When trying to get to the bottom of virtual desktop problems, IT should turn to root cause analysis tools from vendors such as ControlUp and Lakeside Software. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Feb 2018
How each remote display protocol handles codecs
The codecs that remote display protocols use to transfer an image to a virtual desktop have a large effect on the quality of both videos and text. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Feb 2018
How desktop virtualization vendors are improving management
IT pros want to see better security and more monitoring capabilities in their virtual desktop management tools. The ultimate goal is a quality user experience, though. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Feb 2018
Three root cause analysis methods to help solve VDI issues
From performing a manual assessment to working with VDI vendors' proprietary tools, IT professionals have options for figuring out why problems are happening in their deployments. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Jan 2018
How to quantify VDI user experience
IT can take steps to quantify the virtual desktop user experience by recording data on factors such as latency and image quality, as well as conducting user surveys. Continue Reading
