Virtualization

Virtualization

1. Application virtulization

   • Application virtualization refers to insulate running programs from the underlying desktop and there are various methods
   • A lesser level of flexibility in comparison
   • Cost-effective solution
   • Gives users the experience individualized to make it application-specific
   • Fully isolates the application from the underlying OS
   • Tools
     • Microsoft App-V
     • Microsoft Virtual Server
     • Inuvika
     • NextAxiom HyperService
     • Micro focus desktop container
   • Better Portability
   • Provides consumers with the individualized experience to render it application-specific.

2. Desktop Virtualization

   • Desktop Virtualization refers to virtualizing desktops and applying operating systems to a remote or local client
   • Cost can be a concern depending on the use case
   • Applications are still tied into the underlying OS
   • A richer and consistent desktop experience
   • Offers greater flexibility to virtual infrastructure
   • Tools
     • Amazon Workspace
     • Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
     • Parallels RAS
     • VMware Horizon Cloud
     • Red Hat Virtualization
   • Provides users with the experience of a full desktop.
   • Minimized or eliminated downtime.