If you have migrated your VDI resources in Azure, you can still check out for Global Service Outage Alerts. You can monitor global outage alerts for Azure, Microsoft 365, and Citrix services through their respective status pages: Azure: Visit the Azure status page for a global overview of Azure service health. For a personalized view
When preparing a golden image for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), one of the critical steps is generalizing the Azure VM. Generalizing the VM ensures that the image can be used to create multiple virtual machines without retaining user-specific information or settings. This process is essential for maintaining consistency and scalability in your AVD environment. In
Fig: End-to-end login process in Azure Virtual Desktop. In any AVD interview, one of the most common questions is to describe the end-to-end sign process of a user in Azure Virtual Desktop. Today I am going to show you this login process in detail. Let’s see how it works. When a user logs in to
When deploying Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments, default Windows images often contain unnecessary pre-installed applications (bloatware) that can impact performance and user experience. To streamline the optimization process, I have created a PowerShell script that identifies all virtual machines (VMs) in an AVD Host Pool and executes a bloatware removal script on each VM. In
In my previous blog post, Optimizing FsLogix Deployment for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) with PowerShell Automation – Part 1, I demonstrated how to streamline FsLogix deployment using PowerShell. While PowerShell is a powerful automation tool, Python offers greater flexibility, especially when integrating with cloud-based APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and third-party services. In this blog, I’ll walk
Automating Windows Updates for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Golden Image Keeping your Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Golden Image up to date is essential for security, stability, and performance. While the Windows Update interface provides an easy way to install updates, automating the process using PowerShell ensures that your Golden Image remains optimized and compliant before
Introduction Deploying and managing FSLogix for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is essential for ensuring seamless user profile management. However, manual installation and configuration can be time-consuming and prone to errors. This blog post introduces a PowerShell script that automates FSLogix installation, enhances reliability, and applies best practices for AVD. What is FSLogix? FSLogix is a
As we bid farewell to 2024, it’s time to reflect on the incredible journey of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) this year. From transformative updates to subtle refinements, Microsoft has elevated AVD as a cutting-edge solution for virtualization and remote work. The platform has seen robust advancements in scalability, user experience, security, and sustainability, reinforcing its
In today’s fast-paced digital world, the migration to modern application packaging formats represents a significant challenge for organizations with extensive application portfolios. As enterprises strive to embrace MSIX—a contemporary and efficient packaging format—the looming April 2026 deprecation deadline adds pressure on IT professionals. To alleviate these concerns, Microsoft has introduced a groundbreaking update that promises
Microsoft has released Windows 11, version 24H2 images in the Azure Marketplace in Oct. 2024, providing users with the latest version of Windows 11 optimized for virtualized environments and offering enhanced features. These new images cater to organizations looking to deploy Windows 11 VMs for workloads in Azure. Here’s a closer look at what this
Today I am going to do a comprehensive review of the result of the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service (DaaS). The report was published on 16th of Sept. 2024. As the shift to remote and hybrid work becomes permanent, the DaaS market continues to expand. Gartner’s 2024 Magic Quadrant for DaaS
Sometimes, your users may report that Citrix HDX Optimization isn’t working in their virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environment. A common indicator is seeing the message “HDX not connected” when they check the About dialog box in Microsoft Teams. This above image is an example when Citrix VDI has been deployed in AVD (Azure Virtual Desktop)
Configuring session lock behavior in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is critical for organizations to manage and secure remote access effectively. This new feature is released in August 2024. Azure Virtual Desktop provides users with a robust platform to access their virtual machines, while administrators ensure that these environments are secure and compliant with company policies.
Creating custom image templates for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) streamlines and optimizes the deployment of virtual machines (VMs) by standardizing configurations across a workspace. This blog will walk through the process, advantages, and best practices for utilizing custom image templates, focusing on how this tool can benefit IT teams in configuring and maintaining efficient virtual
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
