Unleash the full potential of M365 Licenses with Azure Virtual Desktop:
Azure Virtual Desktop (formerly known as Windows Virtual Desktop) is a desktop and application virtualization service running in the Azure cloud environment. One of the key benefits of AVD is the ability to leverage the full potential of licensing Microsoft 365that include access to this service. Employees can work in a real Windows environment and have access to all their applications and files.
Benefits of moving to Azure
Transitioning to Azure Virtual Desktop brings several advantages and benefits for organizations. Here are some key benefits you can expect:
- Support for globally distributed workforces: Azure Virtual Desktop enables employees from remote offices, stores, and call centers to securely access corporate resources. With AVD, employees can work from anywhere, anytime, fostering flexibility and productivity. This way, you can effectively support globally distributed workforces and facilitate remote work.
- Enhanced security and data protection: Azure Virtual Desktop provides integrated intelligent security to ensure your applications and data are protected. You can easily comply with PCI regulations and protect sensitive information such as customer payment details. AVD is a more secure alternative to traditional RDS and gives you more control over the security of your assets.
- Cost reduction and simplified managementA: AVD allows you to pay only for what you actually use. This means you can optimize your infrastructure, licensing, hardware, deployment and management costs. The ease of image and virtual machine management in Azure also simplifies the overall management of your environment. You can focus on your business and not waste time and resources on infrastructure management.
- Scalability and flexibilityA: Azure Virtual Desktop provides scalability and flexibility for your organization. By leveraging multiple sessions Windows 11 or Windows 10 virtual desktops, you can easily customize the size and capacity of your virtual desktops to meet your organization's needs. You'll be able to respond flexibly to any changes without having to worry about insufficient capacity. Your employees will always have sufficient resources at their disposal.
- Performance and reliabilityA: AVD offers high performance and reliability with scalable infrastructure and technologies within Azure datacenters. This minimizes the risk of outages and ensures high service availability. With AVD, your employees get a consistent and reliable work environment without delays or technical issues, contributing to higher productivity and satisfaction.
Azure Virtual Desktop: Modern Solution for Desktop and Application Virtualization
Azure Virtual Desktop is a modern solution for desktop and application virtualization with a range of benefits. It supports globally distributed workforces, enhances security, reduces costs, simplifies management, offers scalability, and delivers high performance. Transitioning to AVD is a strategic step towards improving worker productivity, enhancing security, and modernizing the work environment.
Managing Azure Virtual Desktop components: Microsoft vs. Users:
Within Azure, Microsoft manages the following Azure Virtual Desktop services:
- Web Access
- Gateway
- Connection Broker
- Diagnostics
- Components
As users of Azure Virtual Desktop, you manage the following components:
- Azure Virtual Network
- Azure AD
- Active Directory Domain Services (optional)
- Azure Virtual Desktop hosts
- Azure Virtual Desktop workspace
These components allow you to customize and manage your AVD environment according to your organization's needs and requirements. They give you full control over configuration and settings, allowing you to optimize the performance, security, and efficiency of your virtual desktops and applications. By managing these components, you gain the flexibility and ability to customize your AVD to best meet your needs and business goals.
Conclusion
Azure Virtual Desktop is a powerful desktop and application virtualization solution that offers many advantages over traditional Remote Desktop Services. With AVD, you can leverage the potential of M365 licenses, easily manage virtual environments, and achieve high availability with cost savings. By moving to the cloud, you get better security, simplified management and scalability for your organization. Be sure to explore the possibilities of AVD and reap its benefits for your organization.
