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ALSO CALLED: Desktop PC Management, Managing PCs, Managing Personal Computers, PC Management DEFINITION: Desktop management is a comprehensive approach to managing all the computers within an organization. Despite its name, desktop management includes overseeing laptops and other computing devices as well as desktop computers. Desktop management is a component of systems management, which is the administration of all components of an organization's information systems. Other components of systems management … Definition continues below.
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Podcast: The End User Experience: Flexible Computing sponsored by Intel Technology Provider PODCAST: This podcast explores the business benefits of upgrading to a flexible computing environment. Discover how you can help your customers transition to this environment by providing application virtualisation, profile virtualisation and centralised management tools. Posted: 19 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 19 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Applications Management \| Customer Service \| Desktop Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| User Experience \| Windows

The End User Experience: Flexible Computing sponsored by Intel Technology Provider WEBCAST: This webcast explores the business benefits of upgrading to a flexible computing environment. Discover how you can help your customers transition to this environment by providing application virtualisation, profile virtualisation and centralised management tools. Posted: 18 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 18 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Desktop Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| IT Management \| User Experience \| Windows

IT Briefing: Why Would You Use Citrix XenDesktop and XenApp Together with HP StorageWorks? sponsored by HP, Citrix, and Intel IT BRIEFING: This IT Briefing describes XenDesktop and XenApp, and how they work together. You'll also learn why storage matters in a virtual desktop environment and how HP LeftHand P4000 SAN solutions complement Citrix desktop virtualization solutions. Finally you'll learn how Intel vPro technologies enhance client virtualization. Posted: 17 Nov 2009 \| Published: 17 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Application Deployment \| Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| IT Infrastructure \| SAN \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

XenApp and XenDesktop: Application Virtualization and Desktop Virtualization are Better Together sponsored by Regan Technologies WHITE PAPER: This document is designed to help Citrix XenApp customers understand how and when Citrix XenDesktop can be used with Citrix XenApp to deliver virtual desktops to further reduce application and desktop computing costs and provide greater IT and user flexibility compared to traditional application and desktop management models. Posted: 16 Nov 2009 \| Published: 16 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Applications Management \| Citrix XenServer \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| SAN \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure \| VMware

Pocket E-Guide: Managing Windows Security Risks While Maintaining System Usability sponsored by ESET EGUIDE: This Pocket E-Guide discusses the steps essential for balancing Windows security requirements with the needs and priorities of IT administrators. Gain insight into the common mindset of many of today's IT administrators and learn how to reasonably manage security risks while ensuring consistent usability and user convenience. Posted: 16 Nov 2009 \| Published: 16 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Desktop Management \| Endpoint Security \| Operating Systems \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Systems Management \| Windows Security

Thin Clients vs Zero Clients - What's the Real Story? sponsored by Pano Logic, Inc ANALYST BRIEF: Sometimes what seems like a small difference can become a big difference - that is the case with thin vs zero clients, in fact it is large enough to seriously reduce the intended advantages. This benefit brief will explore these differences and show the true advantages of the only true zero client, complete VDI solution - the Pano System. Posted: 13 Nov 2009 \| Published: 13 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| Server Virtualization \| Thin Client Hardware \| Thin Client Software \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Virtual Desktops and the Pano System sponsored by Pano Logic, Inc WHITE PAPER: Pano Logic® is the first company to offer a complete, purpose-built solution for virtual desktops combining a unique zero-client endpoint device with centralized tools designed specifically for the tasks of deployment and managing virtual desktops. Posted: 13 Nov 2009 \| Published: 13 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Data Center Power Management \| Data Security \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| Productivity \| Server Virtualization \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Questions Answered In Implementing Virtual Desktops sponsored by Pano Logic, Inc WHITE PAPER: The very same virtualization infrastructure you use for your servers today can be naturally extended to support the hosting of desktops as well. As a result, users gain the flexibility of connecting to a well-managed desktop from virtually any network endpoint. But how do you get there? Posted: 13 Nov 2009 \| Published: 13 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Data Center Infrastructure Efficiency \| Data Center Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Network Performance \| Server Consolidation \| Server Virtualization \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Ingersoll Rand Increases Business Agility with Microsoft Online Services sponsored by Microsoft CASE STUDY: Ingersoll Rand is a global diversified industrial firm. Ingersoll Rand contracted with Microsoft to standardize desktops, improve infrastructure, and optimize the IT platform resulting in lower IT costs, better agility and increased service levels. Posted: 11 Nov 2009 \| Published: 11 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Business IT Alignment \| Business Process Automation \| Collaboration \| Desktop Management \| IT Spending \| Microsoft Exchange \| ROI \| Service Level Management \| Software Licensing

Windows 7 Information Management with Symantec sponsored by Symantec PODCAST: Considering migrating to Windows 7 but don't how to best approach the project? These podcasts explore the essential tools and management techniques for a successful transition to this operating system. Discover an integrated tool that can improve your data protection. Posted: 11 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 11 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Data Migration \| Desktop Management \| Operating Systems \| Software Migration \| Windows \| Windows Security

Why Symantec is Your Best Choice for Windows 7 Migration sponsored by Symantec PODCAST: Considering migrating to Windows 7 but don't how to best approach the project? These podcasts explore the essential tools and management techniques for a successful transition to this operating system. Discover an integrated tool that can improve your data protection. Posted: 11 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 11 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Data Migration \| Desktop Management \| Operating Systems \| Software Migration \| Windows \| Windows Security

Developing WS-Management Solutions for Intel® Active Management Technology sponsored by Intel TECHNICAL ARTICLE: This article describes how to develop flexible WS Management-based solutions for Intel® Active Management Technology using the .NET development environment. The basic ingredients and building blocks of a WSMan-based solution will be presented. We've included some coding samples (written using Windows 2008) to help illustrate this information. Posted: 10 Nov 2009 \| Published: 10 Nov 2009 TOPICS: .NET \| Application Development \| Desktop Management \| IT Infrastructure \| Remote Control Software \| Remote Network Management \| Software Development Tools \| Software Engineers

Symantec’s 7 Steps to Windows 7: Planning and Assessment sponsored by Symantec Corporation WEBCAST: With the release of Windows 7, many organizations are considering migrating to this new platform. This webcast explores best practices to aid IT pros in this transition. Discover a wide range of hardware and software technology that will help you prepare for this switch. Posted: 05 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 05 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Best Practices \| Data Migration \| Desktop Management \| IT Best Practices \| PC Operating Systems \| Software Upgrades \| Systems Management \| Windows

Podcast: Systems Management Considerations for Hardware and Software Refresh sponsored by Dell and Symantec PODCAST: In this podcast, learn how to best approach a hardware and software refresh. Gain insight into key systems management considerations for a desktop and server upgrade including costs, security and compliance. Posted: 29 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 29 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Business Process Automation \| Data Center Infrastructure Efficiency \| Data Centers \| Desktop Management \| Microsoft Hyper-V \| Regulatory Compliance \| Reporting Software \| Server Consolidation \| Server Hardware \| Server Virtualization \| Systems Management

Systems Management Considerations for Hardware and Software Refresh sponsored by Dell and Symantec VIDEO: In this videocast, learn how to best approach a hardware and software refresh. Gain insight into key systems management considerations for a desktop and server upgrade including costs, security and compliance. Posted: 29 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 29 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Business Process Automation \| Data Center Infrastructure Efficiency \| Data Centers \| Desktop Management \| Microsoft Hyper-V \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Server Consolidation \| Server Hardware \| Server Virtualization \| Systems Management

Double-Take Software Workload Optimisation Software sponsored by Double-Take Software UK PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Double-Take® Software workload optimisation software products help reduce the cost of managing, provisioning and maintaining server and workstation workloads while simultaneously increasing the efficiency, availability and flexibility of your existing infrastructure. Posted: 22 Oct 2009 \| Published: 22 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Backup Software \| Backups \| Continuous Data Protection \| Continuous Data Protection Software \| Data Replication \| Desktop Management \| Disaster Recovery \| Server Management \| Workload Automation

The Efficient Enterprise: Standardize, Consolidate, Automate sponsored by Dell, Inc. VIDEO: Join Robin Johnson, Dell's Chief Information Officer, as he explains the most efficient way to run an IT enterprise. You'll learn how a basic management philosophy and a belief in industry standard technology can lead to great success. Posted: 21 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 21 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Data Center Consolidation \| Desktop Management \| Enterprise Resource Management \| Enterprise Systems \| IT Spending \| Order Management Systems \| Server Consolidation \| Server Virtualization

Desktop Virtualization with Dell and Citrix: Solving the Desktop Lifecycle Management Challenge sponsored by Dell, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides analysis and advice on how Dell Virtual Remote Desktop (VRD), a server-hosted desktop virtualization, can deliver substantial benefits, simplifying lifecycle management, and driving ongoing cost and productivity benefits. Posted: 21 Oct 2009 \| Published: 21 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| IT Asset Management \| IT Management \| Productivity \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Using Microsoft Windows 7, Dell Reduces Support Costs by 25 Percent and Time to Complete Imaging Work by 50 Percent sponsored by Dell, Inc. CASE STUDY: Dell is planning to upgrade its 100,000 desktop and portable computers to the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system to help reduce desktop management costs and enhance data security. Read this case study to learn how upgrading to Microsoft Windows 7 helps Dell reduce desktop management costs and enhance data security. Posted: 20 Oct 2009 \| Published: 20 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Data Migration \| Data Security \| Desktop Computer Support \| Desktop Management \| Operating Systems \| Windows \| Windows Vista \| Windows XP

Panda Global Business Protection Video: The Day the Office Stood Still sponsored by Panda Security VIDEO: Panda Security delivers security as a service (SaaS) managed solutions while offering 24x7 local tech support. Watch this entertaining and informative animated video that explores some of today's most prevalent security threats and how Panda Security tackles them with ease. Posted: 20 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 20 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Desktop Management \| Managed Security Services \| Managed Security Services Providers \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Security Management \| Security Threats

XenDesktop Trial sponsored by Citrix TRIAL SOFTWARE: Citrix XenDesktop™, a virtual desktop (VDI) and desktop management solution, delivers desktops on-demand to users anywhere while dramatically simplifying desktop management throughout the desktop lifecycle. If you are ready to try XenDesktop for yourself download the evaluation version. Posted: 20 Oct 2009 \| Published: 20 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Application Hosting \| Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Upgrading your PCs? Why the processor makes a difference sponsored by Intel Technology Provider PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Use this guide to explain the importance of choosing an Intel® processor, describe the differences between Intel processors, find the right Intel processor for every customer, and up-sell customers to a higher level Intel processor. Posted: 19 Oct 2009 \| Published: 19 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Computer Hardware \| Desktop Management \| High Performance Computing \| Laptop Computers \| Multi-core Processors \| Notebook Computers \| Productivity \| ROI \| Server Hardware \| Workstations

Intel® Core™ i7 Desktop Processor: Desktop Performance Just Got Better sponsored by Intel Technology Provider DATA SHEET: The leading-edge Intel® Core™ i7 processor delivers unmatched technology for intelligent performance on the most demanding tasks, such as creating digital video and playing intense games. Posted: 19 Oct 2009 \| Published: 19 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Application Performance Management \| Computer Hardware \| Desktop Management \| Multi-core Processor Architecture \| Multi-core Processors \| Processor Architectures

Virtual Desktop Challenge sponsored by Citrix ASSESSMENT TOOL: Welcome to the Virtual Desktop Challenge with Brian Madden. Play this "Jeopardy" style game and test your knowledge in the virtual desktop space. Top point scorers are eligible for prizes so play now and see if you are an expert on virtual desktop! Posted: 16 Oct 2009 \| Published: 16 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Desktop Computer Support \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| Virtual Appliance \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Why Would You - Use Citrix XenDesktop and XenApp together with HP StorageWorks sponsored by HP, Citrix, and Intel WEBCAST: In this webcast, discover how application and desktop virtualization together with blade servers and SAN technology provide the most cost-effective virtual desktop tools for everyone in your organization. Gain insight into how to leverage this approach to simplify your IT systems while improving the productivity of your users. Posted: 15 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 15 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Blade Servers \| Desktop Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| Microsoft Hyper-V \| Network Performance \| SAN \| Storage Management \| Systems Management

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DESKTOP MANAGEMENT DEFINITION (continued): … include network management and database management.Traditional desktop management tasks include installing and maintaining hardware and software, spam filtering, and administering user permissions. In recent years, however, security-related tasks have become an increasingly large part of desktop management. As a result, an increasingly large proportion of administrative resources have been devoted to security-related tasks, such as patch management, fighting viruses and spyware, and controlling greynet applications (programs installed without corporate approval, such as instant messaging, file …
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