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
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
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
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
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
