Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop Services in Chicago
Experience seamless, secure, and cost-effective cloud-based Windows 10 deployments with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). AVD harnesses the robust infrastructure of Azure to deliver optimized multi-session environments, empowering your workforce with the familiar experience of a traditional office PC, simplified management, and enhanced productivity. With iwx’s Azure Virtual Desktop service, your business can enjoy a scalable and reliable solution tailored to your needs.
Try Microsoft AVD today and experience the digital difference
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is a cloud-based service that delivers virtual desktops and applications to users on any device. AVD simplifies the deployment and management of infrastructure, enabling organizations to quickly and easily scale their virtual desktop and application environment to meet the needs of their business.
Fully Functional Azure Virtual Desktop Environment in Minutes Not Days
Quick and easy deployment
AVD can be deployed in minutes, without the need for any on-premises infrastructure.
Reduced complexity
Eliminate the need to manage physical hardware and software licenses – so IT staff can focus on more strategic initiatives.
Increased agility
Quickly respond to changing business needs by easily adding or removing virtual desktops and applications.
Streamlined expenses
AVD’s autoscaling and pay-as-you-go pricing model can help organizations save money on IT costs.
Centralized management
Gain real-time visibility and control over your virtual desktop and application infrastructure.
Optimized Virtual Desktop Investment with Cost-Saving Options
Leverage existing Microsoft 365 or Windows per-user licenses:
Utilize your current Microsoft 365 or Windows per-user licenses to access Azure Virtual Desktop, eliminating the need for additional licensing expenses.
Right-size your virtual machines to align with usage patterns:
Efficiently allocate resources by tailoring virtual machine configurations to match specific user requirements and usage patterns.
Offload VDI management to a dedicated managed service provider:
Reduce administrative burdens and enhance expertise by entrusting the management of your virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to a dedicated managed service provider.
Azure Virtual Desktop Features
Key Components of Azure Virtual Desktop Architecture
Host Pools
Session hosts
Connection Broker
Web Client
Remote Desktop Clients
Host Pools
Groups of virtual machines that provide desktops and applications to users.
Session hosts
Virtual machines that users connect to when accessing their desktops and applications.
Connection Broker
Manages user connections to host pools
Web Client
Portal for users to launch their desktops and applications.
Remote Desktop Clients
Applications for users to connect to their desktops and applications.
Azure Virtual Desktop Supported Operating Systems
Azure Virtual Desktop supports a wide range of operating systems, providing organizations with the flexibility to choose the operating system that best meets their needs:
Azure Virtual Desktop Client Support
Work from any client device, anytime and anywhere, including:
Traditional Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) vs. Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
Traditionally, organizations have deployed and managed their VDI environments on-premises, requiring them to invest in hardware, software, and expertise. This approach can be costly, complex, and time-consuming to maintain.
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), on the other hand, is a cloud-based solution hosted and managed by Microsoft, eliminating the need for on-premises infrastructure and simplifying management.
With AVD, organizations can provision and scale virtual desktops quickly and easily, while Microsoft Cloud Services handles the underlying infrastructure and security. This shift to a cloud-based model reduces the burden on IT teams, enabling them to focus on more strategic initiatives.
| Feature | Traditional VDI | Azure Virtual Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment and management | On-premises | Cloud-based |
| Hardware and software requirements | Organizations need to purchase and maintain their own hardware and software. | Microsoft provides and maintains the hardware and software. |
| Management overhead | Organizations are responsible for all aspects of managing their VDI environment. | Microsoft is responsible for all aspects of managing the AVD environment. |
| Scalability | Can be difficult to scale. | Highly scalable. |
| Security | Can be secure, but organizations need to implement their own security measures. | Secure by design, with built-in security features such as multi-factor authentication and encryption. |
Windows Virtual Desktop Enterprise Capabilities
Windows Virtual Desktop delivers a consistent virtual desktop experience for employees across all devices and locations, fostering standardization and boosting productivity.
Windows Virtual Desktop caters to diverse workloads with specialized requirements, seamlessly deploying engineering, design, and legacy applications to meet specific needs.
Windows Virtual Desktop supports remote work and BYOD initiatives, enabling employees to securely access organizational resources from any device, anywhere.
Windows Virtual Desktop prioritizes data privacy and regulatory compliance, adhering to industry standards in financial services, healthcare, and government sectors.
Windows Virtual Desktop integrates seamlessly with Azure services like Azure Active Directory and Azure Storage, enabling the creation and management of customized shared virtual desktops and applications.
Frequently Asked Questions About Managed Microsoft 365 Consulting Services
Azure Virtual Desktop is a cloud-based solution that enables secure remote access to Windows desktops and applications. It allows businesses to run their desktops and apps on Azure infrastructure, providing scalability and enhanced security.
No, Azure Virtual Desktop is not a server. It is a desktop-as-a-service (DaaS) solution that uses Azure’s cloud infrastructure to deliver virtual desktops and applications.
Businesses need Azure Virtual Desktop to provide secure, flexible, and remote access to desktops and applications, improving productivity while reducing IT management complexity with Azure desktop services.
Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) provide virtualized servers, while Azure Virtual Desktop delivers a managed virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) experience. Azure Virtual Desktop is designed specifically for running desktops and apps, offering easier management and multi-session capabilities
Unleash the power of Azure Remote Desktop and transform your workplace with flexible working conditions, enhanced enterprise efficiency, and robust business continuity plans. Seamlessly enable remote work, streamline operations, and safeguard your organization against disruptions. Contact iwx today to unlock the full potential of Azure Remote Desktop and Microsoft Cloud Services to propel your business forward.
