ANALYST BRIEF - Virtualization is among the technologies that have become increasingly attractive in the current economic climate, with good reason. Organizations are implementing virtualization solutions to obtain several functional benefits. But achieving these can be challenging.
Posted: November 19, 2009 | Published: July 23, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Server Virtualization | Server Virtualization Software | Storage Management | Storage Resource Management | Storage Virtualization | Storage Virtualization Software

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: November 17, 2009 | Published: November 16, 2009


Topics:  Application Deployment | Applications Management | Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | IT Infrastructure | SAN | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

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: November 16, 2009 | Published: November 16, 2009


Topics:  Applications Management | Citrix XenServer | Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | SAN | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure | VMware

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: November 13, 2009 | Published: November 12, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization Software | Server Virtualization | Thin Client Hardware | Thin Client Software | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

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: November 13, 2009 | Published: November 12, 2009


Topics:  Data Center Power Management | Data Security | Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Productivity | Server Virtualization | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

SCREENCAST - SWP is a new software product from Symantec's Endpoint Virtualization group. SWP separates (virtualizes) the user's profile (user data, settings and personality) from the underlying operating system allowing users to easily roam from device to device, work on two sessions simultaneously, or access their profile in the context...
Posted: October 29, 2009 | Premiered: October 29, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Productivity | Security | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure | Virtual Machine

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: October 21, 2009 | Published: July 1, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | IT Asset Management | IT Management | Productivity | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

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: October 20, 2009 | Published: October 20, 2009


Topics:  Application Hosting | Applications Management | Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

WHITE PAPER - This document will explain how to look at an environment and identify the best solution, a virtual desktop or a server-hosted applications, for each user.
Posted: October 20, 2009 | Published: August 25, 2009


Topics:  Application Hosting | Application Integration | Citrix XenServer | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Operating Systems | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

WHITE PAPER - This white paper introduces Windows Server virtualization as a key component of the Microsoft datacenter-to-desktop virtualization strategy.
Posted: October 19, 2009 | Published: October 19, 2009


Topics:  Data Center Management | Data Centers | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Server Management | Server Virtualization | Server Virtualization Software

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: October 16, 2009 | Published: October 16, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Computer Support | Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Virtual Appliance | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

WHITE PAPER - This white paper describes how to create a virtualization strategy that improves mobility, flexibility, security, and compliance. It also introduces comprehensive desktop-virtualization solutions from Microsoft. Finally, it provides high-level guidance to help companies develop a desktop-virtualization strategy.
Posted: October 16, 2009 | Published: October 1, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Storage Best Practices | Storage Capacity | Storage Management | Storage Resource Management | Storage Virtualization

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: October 15, 2009 | Premiered: October 15, 2009


Topics:  Blade Servers | Desktop Applications Management | Desktop Management | Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Microsoft Hyper-V | Network Performance | SAN | Storage Management | Systems Management

CASE STUDY - To expand its virtualized server and desktop infrastructure, Continental Airlines deployed a beta release of Windows Server 2008 R2 Datacenter. By using improved Hyper-V™ technology and Remote Desktop Services, Continental expects to increase system uptime, implement new services in minutes, and save up to U.S. $1.5 million a year.
Posted: October 13, 2009 | Published: April 1, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Microsoft Hyper-V | Server Hardware | Server Virtualization | Server Virtualization Software | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure | Virtual Machine Migration | Windows Server Software

VIDEO - This videocast sponsored by Dell and Intel featuring virtualization experts, Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth, discusses the top 15 reasons why virtual desktop projects fail. Discover the considerations to make when virtualizing desktops, like hidden costs, implementation planning and user needs.
Posted: October 9, 2009 | Premiered: October 9, 2009


Topics:  Desktop Virtualization | Desktop Virtualization Software | Server Hardware | Server Virtualization | Virtual Desktop Infrastructure | Virtual Machine