In Citrix DaaS (Desktop as a Service) environments, smooth user experience is critical for productivity and satisfaction. One of the key factors affecting user experience is the logon time, particularly the profile load phase. Profile load issues can significantly delay the logon process, leading to user frustration and potential disruptions in workflow. This blog explores
Organized the Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 Awareness Session On the 29th of July 2024, I participated in Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 Awareness Session. Organized by: Azure Bangladesh Community Event Highlights: Speakers: Aavisek Choudhury, Microsoft MVP Jitesh Kumar, Microsoft MVP Uddhave Jajoo, Citrix CTA Session Focus: Understanding the capabilities and benefits of
Microsoft Teams has become an indispensable tool for collaboration, and its integration with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) has brought even greater flexibility for remote work. Recently, in June 2024, Microsoft introduced some exciting changes in the preview for Teams, including the new SlimCore architecture. This blog will explore these changes, their benefits, and how to
Windows 365 users can now log in with Citrix Workspace and take advantage of Citrix HDX Plus Protocol on top of their cloud PC offering from Microsoft. To achieve this, I have written this blog to configure Windows 365 + Intune + Citrix Cloud Integration. This blog is a detailed step-by-step guide, kindly go through
In June 2024, Microsoft introduced a feature in Azure Virtual Desktop called Preferred App Group Type settings. This feature helps users streamline their feed display by showing only their preferred type of application group—either RemoteApp or Desktop—thus avoiding multiple simultaneous session connections and reducing connectivity issues. Also, it’s an enhancement that improves how resources are
I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you all. I have been honored with the prestigious Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) awards in not one, but two technology areas: Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365! This recognition is not only a personal milestone but also a testament to the incredible journey I have
Hello Friends, In May 2024, Microsoft has mentioned that Trusted Launch virtual machines are now available in Azure Government and Azure operated by 21Vianet., as we know that securing virtual desktops is crucial for protecting sensitive data and maintaining business continuity. Microsoft Azure offers a robust solution with its Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) service, enabling
In today’s digital landscape, cost efficiency is a crucial aspect of managing cloud resources. Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) provides a flexible and scalable solution for virtual desktop infrastructure, but it can also incur significant costs if not managed properly. One effective strategy to optimize costs is through VM hibernation. This blog will guide you through
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is a comprehensive desktop and app virtualization service running in the cloud. One key aspect of AVD is the Windows client, which offers a plethora of features designed to enhance user experience and optimize performance. In this blog, I will delve into the key features of the Windows client for Azure
I am thrilled to share some exciting news with all of you. For the third consecutive year, I have been honored with the Citrix CTA (Citrix Technology Advocate) award. This recognition is deeply meaningful to me, and I am proud to be listed among the esteemed awardees on the Citrix website. You can find my
The Citrix Image Portability Service is designed to revolutionize how IT teams manage virtual desktops and application images across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. This service addresses the complexities of maintaining consistent and up-to-date virtual images in dynamic and often fragmented cloud infrastructures. Key Features and Benefits 1. Cross-Cloud Compatibility: Citrix Image Portability Service simplifies the
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of IT management, Nerdio has taken a significant leap forward with the release of Nerdio Manager for Enterprise (NME) version 6.0. This update brings a suite of innovative AI-driven features designed to streamline operations, optimize costs, and enhance the overall efficiency of IT environments.
In March 2024, another security feature of Azure Virtual Desktop was released for preview. This is the Clipboard Transfer Direction. Today I will discuss this in detail and show you how you can deploy it in AVD images or session hosts with the help of Ansible. What is Clipboard Transfer Direction? Clipboard redirection in Azure
Nerdio Manager for Enterprise has now added a new feature that will enable admins to use Chat GPT directly from their portal to generate scripts that they can use for various purposes. They also provide a detailed guide on generating and fine-tuning scripted actions using ChatGPT. The process involves selecting an existing scripted action, such
On April 27th, I had the pleasure of joining Uddave Jajoo to lead an enlightening session on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) for the Azure Bangladesh Community. The event was an exciting opportunity to delve into the capabilities and benefits of AVD and share our expertise with fellow enthusiasts and professionals in the region. During the
In March 2024, every time sign-in frequency Conditional Access option for Azure Virtual Desktop released for public preview. In today’s article, I will demonstrate how we can correctly configure the sign in frequency for the Azure Virtual Desktop. In today’s interconnected digital landscape, ensuring the security of virtual desktop environments is paramount. Azure Virtual Desktop
In the ever-evolving landscape of VDI, keeping your systems updated is crucial for maintaining security, performance, and functionality. Citrix understands this need and offers a solution to simplify the updating process for your Virtual Delivery Agents (VDAs) – the VDA Upgrade Service. This feature is a game-changer for administrators managing Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
If you’re utilizing Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), you’re likely aware that subscribing to a workspace via the AVD client is necessary to access published remote applications and/or desktop. However, now you have the capability to utilize Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) schemes with the client. This allows you to provide direct “links” to launch specified AVD
Dear friends, do you know that there are now two features in Azure Virtual Desktop that allow you to dynamically attach applications from an application package to a user session: MSIX app attach and app attach (preview). While MSIX app attach is generally available, app attach is currently in preview, offering improvements to both administrative
In today’s post, I will discuss how Azure Virtual Desktop utilizes Azure role-based access controls (RBAC) to assign roles to both users and administrators, granting specific permissions for designated tasks. Picture Credit: Pexel.com The standard built-in roles in Azure include Owner, Contributor, and Reader. However, Azure Virtual Desktop introduces additional roles to segregate management responsibilities
If you attempt to establish a connection between your Laravel application, running in an Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) VM, and the Azure database for the MySQL server, you may encounter the following error unless certain configuration adjustments are made in your application. Typically, you won’t be able to connect directly to the Azure MySQL Flexible
Microsoft has announced support for configuring OneDrive as AVD RemoteApp, marking a significant enhancement. With this latest development, users can seamlessly access and synchronize their OneDrive files within a remote app environment. OneDrive stands out as a robust and user-friendly cloud storage service suitable for a diverse range of users, from small businesses to large
Recently, we had the honor to organize the 2nd Azure Virtual Desktop Hackathon. We have shortlisted 10 teams for the finals out of 40 teams who have participated, and at the end, we have selected 3 finalists. The event was very successful. Here are a few photographs of the event.
Dear everyone, Today, I will guide you through the process of deploying the Jenkins platform on an Ubuntu server. Jenkins is a versatile automation and orchestration platform designed to facilitate the execution of automation pipelines, particularly useful for deploying Citrix or AVD infrastructure in the Azure Cloud. In this tutorial, I am utilizing Ubuntu Server
Now, you can connect and pull the Citrix Monitoring Database data with the O-Data API released by Citrix. Accessing Citrix Monitor Service data using the OData v4 endpoint in Citrix Cloud is currently under preview. In this article, I will show you how you can pull that data. Picture Credit: Pexels.com To do this, you
I think you are already aware of the difference between W365 and AVD. Today I have done a cost comparison of both in a very simple format, which may help you make a decision. Cloud PC Azure Virtual Desktop (PAYG) vCPU RAM Disk Cost (USD) vCPU RAM Disk (Premium) Cost (USD) 4 16 128 66
Microsoft is recognized as a leader in the Magic Quadrant for DaaS due to its strong performance in both execution and vision. This indicates that Microsoft offers a robust and innovative DaaS solution, demonstrating high competence in delivering DaaS services. What is the Significance of Microsoft being Recognized as a Leader in the Magic Quadrant
