ALSO CALLED: Virtualization DEFINITION: Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) is the practice of hosting a desktop operating system within a virtual machine (VM) running on a centralized server. VDI is a variation on the client/server computing model, sometimes referred to as server-based computing (SBC).
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Virtualization delivers several benefits for organizations if deployed correctly. Explore this presentation download for insights as to what these benefits are and get advice for if and how you should virtualize your storage.
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Storage virtualization is here, breaking the connection between physical storage infrastructure and the way we use it. This presentation download provides an overview on storage virtualization and the different kinds of virtualization technologies...
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Although virtualization delivers a number of critical benefits, it also creates additional complexities in terms of storage management. This presentation download provides an overview on what these challenges are and different methods for combating...
WEBCAST: Posted: 07 Jul 2008 | When: Available On Demand
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View this Webcast to learn how leading companies around the world are using intelligent file virtualization to reduce infrastructure complexity, boost operational efficiency and get costs under control.
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Check out this white paper to learn how your organisation can maintain control over user provisioning while taking advantage of the benefits of server virtualisation.
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Citrix XenServer Dell Edition is a whole new ballgame compared to previous versions. Listen in to this podcast as we review this latest in Dell | Citrix virtualization solutions and discover which user scenarios capitalize on these features.
WHITE PAPER: Posted: 03 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
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This white paper describes how a complete end-to-end IAM solution can be configured after exploiting the benefits of the integrated product stack.
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Check out this webcast to learn how network management is expanding beyond simple device control to include security, compliance, and application performance.
WHITE PAPER: Posted: 01 Jul 2008 | Published: 30 Jun 2008
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In this eGuide from SearchNetworking.com, read about server virtualization and the network and how network management planning can help with network consolidation and network architecture.
SERVER VIRTUALIZATION DEFINITION (continued): … Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) is the practice of hosting a desktop operating system within a virtual machine (VM) running on a centralized server. VDI is a variation on the client/server computing model, sometimes referred to as server-based computing (SBC). The term was coined by VMware Inc. In the past couple of years, some large organizations have turned to VDI as an alternative to the server-based computing model used by Citrix and Microsoft Terminal Services. Server Virtualization definition sponsored by SearchServerVirtualization.com, powered by WhatIs.com an online computer dictionary
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