Virtual Desktop Infrastructure White Papers

WHITE PAPER: This white paper describes the variety of desktop virtualization models available, how each works, and the advantages and limitations of each model for key vectors such as security, manageability, and power consumption. Also identified are the major providers of software solutions and the end-point devices to deploy each model.

Posted: 14 Sep 2011 | Published: 13 Sep 2011

WHITE PAPER: To enable device-independent mobility (DIM) at Intel, Intel IT is considering implementing dynamic virtual client (DVC) technology, which uses containerized software appliances to abstract the OS; applications; corporate data and workspaces. In this model, users can access their applications and information from any device, anywhere, anytime.

Posted: 13 Sep 2011 | Published: 13 Sep 2011

WHITE PAPER: This paper gives you an inside look at the could-ready data center network and how to implement one in your organization.

Posted: 01 Sep 2011 | Published: 01 Sep 2011

WHITE PAPER: Dell tested a sample of 1,000 virtual desktops and simulated real-world workloads using a Dell Compellent Storage Center SAN in a Citrix XenDesktop VDI environment with Microsoft Hyper-V 2008 R2 as the hypervisor.

Posted: 30 Aug 2011 | Published: 30 Aug 2011

WHITE PAPER: Find out what happened when Forrester Consulting interviewed a healthcare facility that implemented virtual desktops. Gain insight on both quantitative and qualitative benefits, including reduced support costs, increased worker productivity and more. Learn how your organization can take advantage of desktop virtualization.

Posted: 30 Aug 2011 | Published: 30 Aug 2011

WHITE PAPER: This paper explores the basics of a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) deployment, including a general description of components and their purpose. Read more to discover the benefits of VDI, and how you can determine if this technology is right for your business.

Posted: 24 Aug 2011 | Published: 24 Aug 2011

WHITE PAPER: Micro servers have emerged as an option for specific classes of workloads that tend to scale well with large numbers of relatively lightweight nodes. The paper explains the context in which micro servers have evolved the and guidelines for identifying whether workloads are well suited to micro server deployments.

Posted: 01 Jul 2011 | Published: 01 Jul 2011

WHITE PAPER: When IT executives engage with VMware they often ask themselves many questions, including “How do my metrics compare to my peers with respect to virtualizing my IT environment?”. This exclusive white paper highlights top anecdotes and qualitative research on virtualization's business and financial benefits. Learn more here.

Posted: 27 Jun 2011 | Published: 27 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: Desktop virtualization, what is it and what does it mean for your organization and IT shop? This exclusive white paper provides an in-depth review of what it is, what it is not and steps for planning a desktop virtualization deployment. Begin to understand what desktop virtualization is and what it can mean to your organization and IT shop.

Posted: 23 Jun 2011 | Published: 23 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: This white paper describes a simple, efficient, and powerful EMC proven solution that enables small and medium size businesses to deploy up to 250 virtual desktops rapidly and cost-effectively.

Posted: 23 Jun 2011 | Published: 23 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: This document provides guidelines for configuring a standard Windows 7 image to be used within a VMware View™ environment, providing administrators with the information necessary to create a standard image of Windows 7 leveraging the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit or a script-based approach to optimize a traditionally installed Windows 7 VM.

Posted: 21 Jun 2011 | Published: 21 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: This exclusive resource provides management strategies and common pitfalls to avoid when approaching the cloud, and addresses five key capabilities including the ability to govern, deliver, automate, assure and secure hybrid services. Read on to learn more.

Posted: 20 Jun 2011 | Published: 20 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: This document explores how to build a business case for VDI and how some of the pioneers and earlier adopters are reaping significant benefits through cost savings, improved security, better compliance management, and a more agile, scalable and responsive IT infrastructure.

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 | Published: 15 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: Desktop virtualization is being considered by more IT pros as they face increasing pressure to control costs, security, regulate compliance and more. Read this white paper to learn about the various desktop virtualization models available for your infrastructure, how each model works and identify the best fit for your IT shop today.

Posted: 08 Jun 2011 | Published: 08 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: Access this white paper to learn how this Quickstart will introduce virtualization to your environment without infrastructure interruptions. Also discover the benefits of Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization and requirements needed to ensure a smooth service delivery process.

Posted: 25 May 2011 | Published: 25 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: This document is designed to give you information about Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Hypervisor and its many features including large scale consolidation, high performance, storage and networking support and memory management.

Posted: 19 May 2011 | Published: 19 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: A virtualization platform can be very expensive. It's important to consider all costs included in the virtualization process  to ensure a successful virtual environment. Read on to discover how the combination of two Red Hat operating systems will lower your total cost of ownership and increase your infrastructure value

Posted: 19 May 2011 | Published: 19 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses the benefits of virtual desktops over traditional delivery models and reveals the drawbacks to certain virtual desktop solutions that you may not be aware of.

Posted: 19 May 2011 | Published: 19 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: The virtualization on x86 platforms has been a true game changer for desktop delivery. IT pros can now centrally manage, maintain, and enforce policies on desktops in ways never before possible with traditional desktops. This white paper explores the exact ways that the virtual desktop model can benefit companies.

Posted: 18 May 2011 | Published: 18 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: Desktop virtualization is becoming more of a hot topic as it allows organizations to control costs and use limited resources to manage their desktop infrastructures. This white paper highlights an architectural design for a 50,000-seat VMware View architecture created by NetApp, Vmware, Cisco, Fujitsu, and Wyse. Learn more here.

Posted: 13 May 2011 | Published: 13 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, explore the primary use cases and benefits that customers can expect when they virtualize Domino on VMware and review information on support, licensing and additional resources for customers who are looking for more information.

Posted: 04 May 2011 | Published: 04 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: Deploying VDI infrastructures may also mean degrading desktop performance or investing in additional computing, networking, and storage infrastructures. Explore VDI solutions that allow you to achieve an optimal balance between cost, performance and scalability when deploying VDI in combination with Windows 7 and anti-virus.

Posted: 27 Apr 2011 | Published: 30 Nov 2010

WHITE PAPER: This paper explains how adopting desktop virtualization can simplify the Windows 7 migration, and additionally reduce costs, improve efficiency and enhance security around the desktop infrastructure. It’s like “killing two birds with one stone.”

Posted: 14 Apr 2011 | Published: 12 Apr 2011

WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper looks at ways that organizations can increase virtual desktop adoption and security simultaneously using automated access for VMware View™ 4.5 and Oracle’s Sun Ray.

Posted: 07 Apr 2011 | Published: 07 Apr 2011

WHITE PAPER: In this new Quest Software white paper, learn about the five common challenges to a successful virtualization project – and how to solve each one. See how to ensure your company’s virtualization project is successful before AND after implementation. Read this white paper today.

Posted: 29 Mar 2011 | Published: 29 Mar 2011