Desktop Virtualization vs. Application Virtualization

Desktop Virtualization vs. Application Virtualization

1. Desktop Virtualization

   • create virtual version of end user's desktop and OS
   • enable user to access desktop from any connected device
   • Difficult maintenance
   • Cost is a concern
   • Still use underlying OS
   • holistic desktop experience
   • more impact to underlying hardware
   • Access and authentication management is difficult

2. Application Virtualization

   • create virtual version of applications of a desktop
   • enable applications to run without installation on any device
   • Easy maintenance
   • Cost-effective
   • Insulated from underlying OS
   • individual application-specific experience
   • less data transfer
     • less impact to hardware
   • Access and authentication management is easier