Virtual Desktops and Apps: Educational Benefits

Virtual Desktops (VDI)

1. Familiar environment from any device
2. A full desktop with all software delivered consistently
3. Ability for power-users to install their own software and change settings without risk of damaging the operating system or other software
4. Easy to embrace

Virtual Apps and Server-Based Computing (SBC)

1. Easy central management and high-user density reduces costs
2. Publish familiar apps integrated with the local device. For example, you can launch SIMS on your iPad without having to navigate a Windows desktop
3. Run applications on devices and Operating Systems that they would not normally run on

Provisioning Services (PVS)

1. Get a clean machine every time you reboot
2. Reduce support costs
3. Consistent software and operating system on both physical PCs and your virtual desktops