Virtualization

Virtualization

1. Desktop virtualization

   • Entire os is being virtualized
   • Cisco Vmware, Citrix VXI and Horizon
   • Advantages
     • Availablity
     • Increased Security
     • Low cost
     • Easily scalable
   • Disadvantages
     • Management of drivers
     • Requires network access
     • Single point of failure

2. Application Virtualization

   • Advantages
     • Ongoning Cost
     • No installation required
     • Ongoning cost
     • Supports all devices
     • Easier management
   • Disadvantages
     • Upfront Cost
     • Training
     • Security
   • Individual Application is being vitualized
   • Products Parallel, Cameyo and Citrix