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Innovations such as virtual machines saw the more efficient use of computer hardware. But exactly what is a virtual machine (VM)? It is a virtual computer hosted on a server that uses the server’s resources, e.g., memory,...

Parallels® RAS 19 is here! This new release builds on the features and innovations that have cultivated its reputation as a top-rated pick for delivering secure access to virtual desktops and applications on any device, from...

Virtual desktop infrastructure, or simply VDI, is a desktop virtualization technology that hosts desktop environments inside virtual machines (VMs) on centralized servers in the...

The demand for a fully remote work infrastructure has increased in the past few years, driven primarily by the COVID-19 pandemic. Azure Virtual Desktop (VD), virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and Remote Desktop...

The AWS (Amazon Web Services) Gateway Load Balancer provides load balancing benefits to third-party virtual appliances. At the same time, the service intends to make these third-party virtual appliances highly...

A hypervisor allows multiple operating systems (OSs) and applications to run on the same physical host, allowing organizations to consolidate IT resources, lower costs, and increase efficiency. It’s a fundamental tool in the...

Secure data remote access is a combination of several security controls that enable users to gain remote access to digital resources, such as applications, desktops, and data, securely. It’s become a crucial requirement in...

In a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), endpoint devices are used to access virtual desktops hosted in datacenters. Thin clients, or devices with minimal system configurations, are perfect under this setup since endpoint devices do not perform any...

Cloud computing has become a vital infrastructural demand in modern organizations for many reasons, including cost-effectiveness, scalability, and security. However,...

Fear is the mind killer. Bene Gesserit mantra from Dune I have been anxiously awaiting the game Dune: Spice Wars since it was announced late last year. Dune: Spice Wars is a real-time strategy (RTS) game set...