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• 6 steps for when remote desktop credentials are not working

  Without a solid connection, remote desktops simply cannot function. When there are remote desktop connection issues, IT administrators should follow these steps.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops basic troubleshooting guide

  Without the proper troubleshooting process, IT would have to guess what the issue might be. However, a clear and consistent approach can provide fast and accurate results.  Continue Reading

• Understanding remote desktop connection management tools

  With the influx of remote work, it's no surprise that organizations need a way to access and manage remote user desktops effectively. A few types of tools factor into this effort.  Continue Reading

• Using native and third-party Citrix troubleshooting tools

  End-user issues will come up in any virtual desktop environment, so administrators must be prepared. For a Citrix environment, there are various tools at IT's disposal.  Continue Reading

• Understanding the DaaS options for Macs

  When people discuss desktop as a service, it is usually in the context of Windows desktops. For macOS, however, implementing DaaS can be more complicated.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Comparing Windows 365 vs. Azure Virtual Desktop

  While Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 both offer a virtual desktop service from Microsoft, major differences exist between an AVD machine and a Windows 365 Cloud PC.  Continue Reading

• Windows 365 security features for IT admins to know

  Like any technology that supports end-user PCs, Windows 365 environments need properly configured security controls. IT must learn how to support these Cloud PCs before deployment.  Continue Reading

• Features and pricing for Windows 365 Enterprise and Business

  Organizations considering Windows 365 must learn the difference between the Enterprise and Business editions and what resources are available to customers of each.  Continue Reading

• What is Windows 365 and what does it offer?

  The Windows 365 Cloud PC subscription brings a new option to the desktop virtualization landscape, with some familiar traits and several key distinctions.  Continue Reading

• Configuring folder redirection works with roaming profiles

  Folder redirection can support a virtual desktop environment with roaming profiles by providing users with consistency when it comes to local files on their desktop.  Continue Reading

• How to address roaming profiles with GPOs

  Organizations with virtual desktops should plan out their profile management strategy, and one key component is profile management. GPOs can help.  Continue Reading

• Fixing VMware Horizon disk latency and other resource issues

  When users in a VMware Horizon environment run into performance issues, IT should look into the resource consumption, including disk CPU, to find the root cause and address it.  Continue Reading

• How to use VMware Horizon Performance Tracker

  A good user experience is essential for VDI. Learn how to install and use VMware Horizon Performance Tracker to take the pulse of end-user experience.  Continue Reading

• Navigating VMware logs for troubleshooting

  IT administrators who run a VMware deployment should familiarize themselves with the troubleshooting logs, how to find them and what they mean.  Continue Reading

• Azure Virtual Desktop requirements, customizations and more

  Azure Virtual Desktop has some simple requirements, but organizations must look at their needs for a virtual desktop environment compared to the capabilities of AVD.  Continue Reading

• Azure Virtual Desktop setup tutorial

  When IT administrators set up an Azure Virtual Desktop environment, they must ensure that the proper prerequisites are in place and follow the process outlined below.  Continue Reading

• Understanding how Azure Virtual Desktop pricing works

  Organizations considering Azure Virtual Desktop should factor in all the components that affect pricing, such as VM type and virtual resources.  Continue Reading

• How to configure automatic Azure Virtual Desktop scaling

  Azure Virtual Desktop now supports VM automation for tasks such as scaling up and ramping down. These features can lead to a more efficient and cost-effective VDI environment.  Continue Reading

• Considering third-party virtual desktop printing management

  Third-party printer management vendors make printing from a virtual desktop easier for IT admins to set up and support. Learn some of the top platforms to consider.  Continue Reading

• Options for VMware printing management in the enterprise

  Organizations that run VMware Horizon need to factor in printer management to their overall IT strategy. They should learn features such as VMware Integrated Printing policy.  Continue Reading

• Setting up and troubleshooting multiple thin client monitors

  Thin clients generally require less attention from desktop administrators, but sometimes, IT needs to intervene to set up or troubleshoot a multiple monitor workstation.  Continue Reading

• Choosing a thin client for remote desktop protocol access

  There are plenty of suitable thin client options for RDP environments, but each device has unique characteristics that make it a strong or poor fit for a particular organization.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Integrating SaaS applications with Citrix Workspace

  Citrix Workspace allows for numerous integrations and one of the most valuable is SaaS applications. The setup process is straightforward but depends on Citrix's level of support.  Continue Reading

• How to perform a Citrix Cloud migration with CVAD

  When it comes to migrating on-premises Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops to Citrix Cloud, IT administrators should learn the migration process and its prerequisites.  Continue Reading

• Guide for WVD pricing with Microsoft Azure

  Organizations that want to deploy WVD and Azure should go beyond Microsoft's estimates for pricing and learn the total cost of ownership for these services and resources.  Continue Reading

• Why and when to use Windows Virtual Desktop

  Organizations considering Windows Virtual Desktop should take a step back and evaluate when it makes sense to use WVD, and when to consider alternative options.  Continue Reading

• Compare Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops vs. WVD

  It's difficult to know exactly how Citrix's and Microsoft's virtual desktop offerings stack up against one another, but this article compares WVD vs. Citrix based on several factors.  Continue Reading

• 4 Windows Virtual Desktop management limitations

  WVD management isn't all the way there yet, despite Microsoft expanding its offering over the past year. Some capabilities still aren't as extensive as Citrix and VMware's offerings.  Continue Reading

• VMware Horizon sizing guide for Windows 10 environments

  When an organization needs to deploy a VMware Horizon VDI environment with Windows 10 desktops, it must plan for and consider a massive range of factors.  Continue Reading

• Choose a Windows Virtual Desktop managed service provider

  Windows Virtual Desktop can present numerous management and deployment challenges for IT admins, so organizations may want to outsource these processes to a WVD MSP.  Continue Reading

• How to configure Remote Desktop in Windows Server 2008 R2 step by step

  Learn how to install and configure Remote Desktop Services on Windows Server 2008 R2 to use Terminal Services and Remote Desktop Gateway Manager.  Continue Reading

• How to troubleshoot an RDP remote session stuck at configuring

  Admins forced to troubleshoot a Microsoft RDP session getting stuck at configuration must understand these key steps to fix their issue and be able to adapt these steps to their environment.  Continue Reading

• Why COVID-19 fuels desktop virtualization trends

  VDI products provide organizations with a foundation for remote employees, but they aren't a cure-all.  Continue Reading

• How to set up Microsoft Teams on WVD

  Organizations that rely on Microsoft Teams may want to consider deploying the application via WVD. They can learn how that process works in this step-by-step guide.  Continue Reading

• How to fix 8 common remote desktop connection problems

  When the connection between a desktop and its host fails, it's time to do some remote desktop troubleshooting. Check firewalls, security certificates and more if a remote desktop is not working.  Continue Reading

• How to select the best Windows Virtual Desktop thin client

  While thin clients aren't the most feature-rich devices, they offer a secure endpoint for virtual desktop users. Learn how to evaluate different options for Windows Virtual Desktop.  Continue Reading

• How to troubleshoot a VMware Horizon black screen

  One of the most common issues with VMware Horizon virtual desktops is a black screen displaying and crashing the desktop, so IT admins should learn how to troubleshoot this issue.  Continue Reading

• Running GPU passthrough for a virtual desktop with Hyper-V

  Any IT admin knows that desktop performance must be high quality to provide quality UX, and in some cases, admins may need to configure GPU passthrough for power user virtual desktops.  Continue Reading

• 5 reasons printer redirection causes Windows printing problems in RDS

  Windows printing problems are a pain. If you have printer redirection issues with the Remote Desktop Protocol in RDS, check user permissions, client requirements and more.  Continue Reading

• 8 key VDI deployment best practices

  When IT plans for its VDI deployment, it must factor in best practices for the setup process, such as considering client options and designing the VDI to have high availability.  Continue Reading

• How to perform WVD monitoring with Azure Log Analytics

  Like any DaaS offering, Windows Virtual Desktop's success depends on user experience. Learn how to set up the Azure Log Analytics tool and how it can help virtual desktop administrators.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Compare 7 desktop-as-a-service providers

  When it comes to choosing a DaaS provider, organizations may get overwhelmed by the options. Compare the features and capabilities of 7 major vendors to determine the best fit.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate VDI storage requirements

  There are a variety of factors that affect VDI storage, including system requirements and supported workloads. Evaluate these factors to ease the VDI planning process.  Continue Reading

• Learn the Windows Virtual Desktop setup process

  Organizations looking to set up Windows Virtual Desktop machines can do so with Azure Resource Manager, but admins must ensure their environment has the necessary prerequisites.  Continue Reading

• Three VDI challenges that can derail any project

  IT shops need to look out for complexity, cost and performance problems when they put a VDI implementation plan in place.  Continue Reading

• 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

• For VDI, coronavirus pandemic could require a new approach

  Organizations may need to set up VDI deployments or alter existing infrastructure to support the influx of demand for remote work support due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Continue Reading

• 4 VDI automation use cases that lower IT's management burden

  IT pros should understand the role of automation in VDI because automating certain tasks such as virtual desktop creation and monitoring can free up IT to focus on other issues.  Continue Reading

• VMware Horizon View troubleshooting guide for desktop admins

  IT pros can read this VMware Horizon View troubleshooting guide to learn how to set up desktop troubleshooting in Horizon and identify connection, UX and authentication issues.  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

• Differences in thin client support across VDI vendors

  The thin client support that virtualization vendors provide is often changing, and IT professionals must understand that each vendor takes a unique approach to thin clients.  Continue Reading

• 5 common Citrix printing issues and how to troubleshoot them

  Printing is one of the most frustrating areas of IT management, especially as a VDI admin. Troubleshoot five common Citrix printing issues with these tips and tricks.  Continue Reading

• How VDI can extend Windows 7 end of life

  As Microsoft stops supporting Windows 7, IT admins must plan to adapt. Run through the options, including transitioning to VDI with Windows 7 on Windows Virtual Desktop.  Continue Reading

• Compare offerings from 3 major desktop-as-a-service providers

  Three desktop-as-a-service providers, Citrix, VMware and Microsoft, all offer virtual desktops as a part of their cloud services. Delve into the pros and cons of their offerings.  Continue Reading

• 4 unforeseen challenges of running VDI in the cloud

  VDI in the cloud is different than an on-premises deployment, even if you take the lift-and-shift route. Here's what to expect during a transition to the cloud.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Navigate Office 365 licensing issues with VDI

  Office 365 can come with some tricky licensing situations, especially for VDI admins. Explore this rundown of licensing issues and some potential solutions.  Continue Reading

• How to use Samsung DeX for remote desktop clients

  Organizations can harness the capabilities of Samsung DeX and Windows Virtual Desktop to transform mobile devices into thin clients. Discover how to get started with the process.  Continue Reading

• Get to know Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops LTSR and CR

  Determine the differences between Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops LTSR and CR, and understand why many customers are reluctant to make the switch from LTSR to CR.  Continue Reading

• Best practices to prevent RDP security issues

  IT can prevent RDP security issues in a few ways. Learn how to use Group Policy and other best practices to protect against an RDP-based attack, and learn about BlueKeep.  Continue Reading

• How to optimize Citrix and Microsoft deployments for VDI

  Citrix and Microsoft offer a variety of integrations to enhance their products. Find out what they are, and how organizations running VDI can take advantage of them.  Continue Reading

• How to manage Windows Virtual Desktop printing problems

  Windows Virtual Desktop printing is somewhat complicated. Learn about the products that can simplify print management for IT and make printing more seamless for end users.  Continue Reading

• How to properly set user expectations about VDI performance

  VDI performance can be a problem for end users, leading to a tense relationship between them and IT staff. Here's how to set expectations to prevent these issues among others.  Continue Reading

• Explore options for VDI disaster recovery

  Every VDI deployment should have a disaster recovery plan that doesn't break the bank. Explore some ways to implement VDI disaster recovery in an organization.  Continue Reading

• Manage Windows Virtual Desktop with a PowerShell script

  IT admins can use PowerShell scripting to manage Microsoft Windows Virtual Desktop. In this step-by-step guide, IT can learn the details of this management method.  Continue Reading

• How to avoid VDI overprovisioning

  IT must allocate VDI resources in a balanced way to prevent VDI overprovisioning. Explore some ways to properly allocate resources, such as using a performance monitoring tool.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• Navigate the challenges of VDI licensing

  Finding the right VDI license plan can be difficult. Navigate some of the major challenges of VDI licensing, and learn how to overcome them in VMware Horizon View.  Continue Reading

• How to use two-factor authentication in Horizon View

  Two-factor authentication is an important security layer for VDI deployments that helps to prevent breaches. Discover the ins and outs of implementing 2FA in VMware Horizon View.  Continue Reading

• How to use PowerShell to track VDI resources

  It's never ideal to have underutilized servers in a VDI environment. Here's how IT pros can create a PowerShell script to track VDI resource utilization.  Continue Reading

• Find alternatives when Citrix Smart Scale reaches end of life

  Citrix will retire Smart Scale in May 2019, and its replacement is only for Citrix Cloud customers. Here's how IT pros can find alternatives to this VDI power management tool.  Continue Reading

• DaaS providers faced with new delivery option

  Microsoft's Windows Virtual Desktop ups the ante on DaaS with multisession Windows 10 desktops. Increased competition could encourage other DaaS providers to innovate.  Continue Reading

• Benefits of multi-user Windows 10 in Windows Virtual Desktop

  Windows Virtual Desktop could be a game-changer in the DaaS market with the introduction of multi-user Windows 10. Understand the pros and cons of this new service.  Continue Reading

• Improve VDI load balancing for Hyper-V deployments

  Managing virtual machine workloads is one of the crucial aspects of VDI management on Hyper-V hosts. The preferred method is Microsoft's dynamic load balancing.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Top 4 challenges of hyper-converged infrastructure for VDI

  HCI and VDI often go well together, providing simpler scalability and flexibility for virtual desktops. But what happens when a VDI deployment has requirements outside the norm?  Continue Reading

• Secure VDI environments with these 3 tips

  Virtual desktops present unique security concerns. Take these three steps to better secure VDI environments from the start.  Continue Reading

• What to look for in a VDI troubleshooting tool

  VDI management is complicated, but the right troubleshooting tool can make it less so. IT should consider these factors when choosing a troubleshooting tool for its VDI deployment.  Continue Reading

• Avoid disastrous bottlenecks, scale storage for VDI with HCI

  HCI offers many benefits for VDI deployments, particularly when it comes to scaling resources. There are a few caveats to watch out for when planning storage for VDI, however.  Continue Reading

• 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

• How to secure Azure RDP virtual machine access with a jumpbox

  A jumpbox can be a handy tool to improve security in a Microsoft Azure deployment. For starters, it blocks the public IP address automatically associated with any VMs.  Continue Reading

• 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

• How RDS licensing rules work and recommendations to follow

  Microsoft's Remote Desktop Services licensing policies can be confusing if you don't know the Client Access Licenses and Remote Desktop Services roles.  Continue Reading

• Understand Microsoft Windows Virtual Desktop and its benefits

  Microsoft is bringing its virtual desktop offerings into the cloud era. Windows Virtual Desktop represents a big step forward.  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

• Understand the dangers of cloud-based VDI management

  Managing VDI with a cloud-based tool can become very complicated if IT hosts different aspects of its deployment through multiple cloud vendors.  Continue Reading

• How AI for IT operations improves VDI management

  Enterprise AI tools help IT pros improve VDI management by providing accurate estimates of resource requirements, root cause analysis of issues and more.  Continue Reading

• How VDI performance monitoring tools help IT

  When deciding on a VDI monitoring tool, IT must understand the unique functions and limitations of each tool. IT should find a tool that matches the exact needs of its organization.  Continue Reading

• 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

• What IT pros need to know about Citrix certifications

  Citrix offers a slew of certifications that prove how well an IT pro knows a certain technology. To earn a certification, IT pros must pass exams that Citrix issues.  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

• How to make virtual desktop images easier to manage

  There are several common mistakes VDI shops make, including allowing users to gain elevated privileges, that make it more difficult to deliver a quality end-user experience.  Continue Reading

• How desktop and app virtualization vendors handle mobile devices

  If IT pros want to provide their users with access to virtual desktops and apps on mobile devices, they should know which vendors offer which virtualization services.  Continue Reading