Virtual and remote desktop strategies

When an organization elects to use remote or virtual desktops, it must make many strategic decisions. These decisions include how to deliver the applications and desktops, what endpoints users use and which vendors to choose for various tools.

July 13, 2022 13 Jul'22
New CEO not likely to change Tibco once merged with Citrix

The analytics vendor's product leaders all remain in place, so while it will have a new company leader, its product development capabilities are expected to remain unchanged.
July 28, 2021 28 Jul'21
HP to buy Teradici to improve virtual-desktop delivery

Teradici would provide HP with technology to help customers bolster the performance of their virtual desktops. HP expects to close the deal this year.
July 23, 2021 23 Jul'21
Microsoft Windows 365 confuses tech buyers

Microsoft hasn't clearly defined when a company should pick Windows 365 over its other desktop as a service, Azure Virtual Desktop. The differences seem more subtle than dramatic.
February 10, 2021 10 Feb'21
Citrix launches well-being microapps for Workspace

Citrix will help companies measure employee wellness with simple programs that can take surveys and distribute health and corporate news.

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Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan)

Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan) is a free Microsoft tool that enables IT administrators to organize, group and control multiple remote desktop connections. Continue Reading
virtual hard disk (VHD)

A virtual hard disk (VHD) is a disk image file format for storing the entire contents of a computer's hard drive. 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

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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
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
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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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
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
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

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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
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