Application delivery

There are numerous ways to deliver virtual applications, but IT needs to give this process plenty of attention to ensure a strong plan. Whether an organization has virtual applications as part of the desktop OS, only delivers the application once a user opens it, or layers the virtual app, IT needs to provide the back-end support for delivery.

February 15, 2022 15 Feb'22
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.
June 29, 2020 29 Jun'20
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.
April 09, 2020 09 Apr'20
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.
March 11, 2020 11 Mar'20
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.

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application layering (app layering)

Application layering (app layering) is a technology for delivering virtual applications that run in layers separate from a virtual desktop, but interact with the operating system and other apps as if they are installed natively on the base image. Continue Reading
Citrix XenApp

Citrix XenApp, now part of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, was a product that extends Microsoft Remote Desktop Session Host (formerly known as Terminal Services) desktop sessions and applications to users through the Citrix HDX protocol. Continue Reading
How to use Liquidware FlexApp for virtual app layering

The Liquidware FlexApp tool allows IT to manage virtual apps more effectively, including fewer master desktop images and pushing out updates to in-use layered virtual apps. Continue Reading

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What are the key differences between DaaS and VPN?

VPN and DaaS can both give remote access to corporate resources, but they differ in key ways. IT admins should consider these factors when making the decision of DaaS vs. VPN. Continue Reading
What do GPUs do in your data center?

Though developed to handle complex graphics rendering calculations, GPUs now handle a variety of tasks in the data center. Learn what they can do for you. Continue Reading
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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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
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
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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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
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
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