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Virtual Desktop Systems

Virtual Desktops, also known as virtualized desktop infrastructure (VDI), offer businesses and individuals a more flexible, efficient, and secure computing environment.

At its core, a virtual desktop is a complete desktop environment that exists virtually, separate from physical hardware. It allows users to access their desktops remotely from any device with an internet connection. Virtual desktops are hosted on servers and can be accessed through virtualization software.

Our Featured Services Include:

Horizon

Horizon provides virtual desktop and app capabilities to users utilizing VMware’s virtualization technology and provides users with remote access to applications.

Horizon enables IT to easily manage users from anywhere on any device, while offloading the administrative responsibilities.

Safe Harbor DCS can support and/or build a Horizon deployment tailored for your business needs.

Guacamole


Apache Guacamole is an open-source, cross-platform, clientless remote desktop gateway maintained by the Apache Software Foundation.

Apache Guacamole is a clientless remote desktop gateway. It supports standard protocols like VNC, RDP, and SSH.

Keep your desktop in the cloud

Desktops accessed through Guacamole need not physically exist. With both Guacamole and a desktop operating system hosted in the cloud, you can combine the convenience of Guacamole with the resilience and flexibility of cloud computing.

Safe Harbor can custom tailor  a solution built for your needs.

Citrix

XenApp and XenDesktop are virtualization solutions that give IT control of virtual machines, applications, licensing, and security while providing anywhere access for any device.

XenApp and XenDesktop allow:

  • End users to run applications and desktops independently of the device’s operating system and interface.
  • Administrators to manage the network and control access from selected devices or from all devices.
  • Administrators to manage an entire network from a single data center.

Safe Harbor DCS can support and/or build a Citrix deployment tailored for your business needs.

Virtual desktops offer numerous advantages, including:

  • Flexibility: Users can access their desktops from anywhere, using any device, enabling seamless remote work and collaboration
    •   Employees can easily switch between devices without losing their work
    •   Business travelers can access their desktops from hotel rooms or airports
  • Cost Savings: Virtual desktop infrastructure eliminates the need for individual hardware upgrades and reduces IT maintenance costs
    •  Less hardware results in lower energy consumption and reduced cooling requirements
  • Enhanced Security: With virtual desktops, sensitive data remains in the data center, minimizing the risk of data breaches and lost devices
    •   Administrators can easily implement security protocols and deploy updates to all virtual desktops simultaneously
  • Centralized management: VDI’s centralized format allows IT to easily patch, update or configure all the virtual desktops in a system.
  • Scalability: Virtual desktop infrastructure enables businesses to easily scale their IT infrastructure up or down to meet changing needs
    •   Additional desktop instances can be provisioned quickly to accommodate growth or seasonal demands

 Various Applications of Virtual Desktops: Virtual desktops have found applications in a wide range of industries. Some notable examples include:

  • Healthcare
    • Medical professionals can access patient records securely from anywhere, ensuring continuity of care and improved efficiency
    • Virtual desktops facilitate easy collaboration among healthcare providers and specialists
    • Sensitive patient data remains protected within the highly secure data center.
  • Education
    • Virtual desktops enable students and teachers to access learning resources from home or on the go, promoting remote learning
    • Educational institutions can ensure students have access to the same software and resources, regardless of their device
    • Virtual desktops facilitate effective interaction and collaboration between students and teachers.
  • Finance
    • Financial institutions can provide employees with secure access to critical applications and data
    • Virtual desktops ensure that traders have immediate and reliable access to market data, enhancing decision-making processes
    • Compliance with regulations is simplified through centralized control over data and applications.
  •  Manufacturing
    • Virtual desktops enable manufacturers to streamline their operations with increased mobility and seamless communication between departments
    • Employees on the shop floor can access real-time inventory data and collaborate with engineers remotely
    • Virtual desktops facilitate faster and more accurate production planning and scheduling.

Virtual desktops have revolutionized the way we work and access computing resources. Their flexibility, cost-saving potential, enhanced security, and scalability make them an attractive option for businesses across various industries. As technology continues to evolve, virtual desktops are likely to become even more prevalent, enabling us to work smarter and more efficiently in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

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