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No virtual desktop left behind with VDI-in-a-Box 5.2
On December 28, 2012, Citrix VDI-in-a-Box 5.2 was released to the web for general availability. This new release fully supports the latest hypervisors, Microsoft Lync, and Windows Server 2012 virtual desktops. It also includes new Citrix integration technologies, support for CloudGateway StoreFront providing single sign-on and two factor authentication for remote users, and it is simpler to manage and faster than ever before! Below is a summary ...
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Navigating the cost barriers to desktop virtualization
In the past, companies tried to control desktop configuration and cost using a variety of policing methods, none of which really worked. Desktop virtualization promises to be very effective in solving IT’s most persistent problems – maintaining old, costly, and unreliable physical environments and the solutions have become more mature than many are led to believe. Desktop virtualization might still be a new concept for IT ...
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Citrix and Cisco: Better together.
We are very excited to be part of Cisco Live in San Diego this week. The excitement comes from several joint activities we have lined up during the week, especially centered on mobility solutions and cloud services that both companies have to offer. Cisco and Citrix are better together because they are both committed to collaboration and provide joint offerings in these key areas: Creating data center ...
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What does Citrix XenDesktop on FlexPod mean to you?
FlexPod is a widely known reference architecture of compute, network and storage components that are pre-tested and validated to work together as an integrated infrastructure stack. FlexPod stack consists of NetApp FAS storage, Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS), and either Citrix XenServer, VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V technology. And this best of breed infrastructure foundation is known to reduce deployment risk, lower costs and radically ...
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Ready to get started with desktop virtualization?
When embarking on a strategic initiative such as desktop virtualization, you will have lot of questions to address “How do I start the process?”, “What are the best practices?”, “Will it work in existing environment?” and “How are other organizations addressing these issues?”. The plethora of technology options and deployment scenarios available only makes it harder. How can Citrix help? To address above-mentioned questions and ...
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Assessment: The Key to Desktop Transformation
Any IT project like desktop virtualization that is of strategic value to your organization requires a thorough analysis to reap the maximum benefits. The Citrix Desktop Transformation Model (DTM) has a three-phased approach – Assess, Design, and Deploy – to help accelerate your success with desktop virtualization initiative. The Assess phase is a key first step in the process to analyze your current environment and to ...
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The Perfect Storm: Windows 7 and Desktop Virtualization
Since its release in 2009, Microsoft Windows 7 has been a desirable desktop upgrade because of its ability to enhance performance, security and manageability. And with desktop virtualization technology reaching maturity, it may make sense for organizations to combine the two projects. The idea of having to “nuke and pave”, wiping out XP installations and starting from scratch with a clean installation of Windows 7, has ...
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Windows 7 migration success story: [Insert your company name here]
It’s axiomatic that Windows 7 adoption is one of IT’s top priorities today. Whatever the reason(s) for migration at your company, be it the extinction of Windows XP support, or the device proliferation at workplace, or simply the technology upgrade that is long overdue, Windows 7 rollout is a major undertaking. Migrating to Windows 7 while a smart move, it doesn’t have to be cumbersome. If ...
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From Wow to How: Virtual Desktops, Networking and the Cloud
Thank you to those of you who joined us on Tuesday, November 15th for “From Wow to How 2: Virtual Desktops, Networking and the Cloud” webinar. I was excited to hear Citrix and Microsoft experts discussing the role of public, personal and private clouds, the power of virtual desktops and ways to provide a single point of authentication for users to securely access ALL applications, ...
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I traded up to Citrix XenDesktop… now what?
XenApp implementations are and will continue to be most cost-effective way to manage and deliver applications to users. But coming away from Synergy Barcelona last week, I am pleasantly surprised to see that Trade-up to XenDesktop program has been a tremendous success, that to date, as many as 15% of XenApp customer base already traded up their licenses for following reasons: With trade-up program, users can ...