Virtualization

Virtualization

1. Desktop Virtualization

   • refers to virtualizing desktops and applying operating systems to a remote or local client
   • also known as virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
   • Offers greater flexibility to virtual infrastructure
   • consistent desktop experience
   • Maintenance of applications is difficult
   • Cost is High
   • Applications are still tied into the underlying OS
   • Gives users the experience of a complete desktop
   • causes more impact on the underlying hardware
   • Access and authentication management is comparatively difficult

2. Application Virtualization

   • refers to insulate running programs from the underlying desktop
   • less flexibility
   • experience differs from application to application
   • easier maintenance of applications,
   • Cost-effective
   • Fully isolates the application from the underlying OS
   • Gives users the experience individualized to make it application-specific
   • low impact on the hardware.
   • Access and authentication management is comparatively easier
   • Benefits
     • Simple Installation
     • Easy deployment
     • Better Portability
     • less conflicts b/w apps
     • Easier updates
     • Simplified Support

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