Importance of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
Remote users can connect to a virtual desktop created by VDI technology from any physical computer over the internet. The desktop is hosted on a centralized server. Virtual desktop
infrastructure (VDI) allows you to rapidly and easily set up several virtual desktops for secure remote access to internal company applications and services.
What Does Virtual Desktop do for us?
In addition to offering a means of running conventional desktop programs on central servers, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) has established itself as the industry standard for facilitating
remote or branch office workers' access to partners and suppliers.
Why should you use the Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)?
Several advantages are provided by VDI, including increased security, flexibility, user mobility, and ease of access. Its high performance requirements used to be a hurdle for many
enterprises, making deployment on aging systems expensive and difficult. But the growing use of hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) in enterprises offers an alternative that is cheaper
as well as offers excellent performance and scalability.
Pros of using Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
Flexibility
As a result of using input-output data, VDI can help firms become more flexible. Administrators can minimize the impact on end users' productivity by doing upgrades, installations, and
troubleshooting without seeking input from them. Businesses that promote BYOD (bring your own device) could benefit from VDI.
Security
VDI offers defense all by itself. Users can access their desktop computers remotely using a laptop or smartphone, and data is kept on the server instead of on the end user's device.
Centralized Management
It is advantageous to have centralized control over an organization's whole infrastructure since it enhances administration and visibility. However, the administrator in VDI will have complete
control over the infrastructure and each virtual computer.
A rise in productivity
Virtualization offers a new degree of flexibility in the workplace. For instance, virtual desktops facilitate remote work by granting employees access to their work environments at any time and
from any location. Virtualization also makes it possible for the IT system to be transported with ease.
Enhanced Disaster Recovery
The IT team that creates and implements VDI heavily customizes it, and because it is centrally governed, hacking is challenging. Data are kept in a secure area to provide quick disaster recovery
in the case of a cyberattack. Automated backups happen regularly.
Cons of using Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
Storage prerequisites
Running a VDI solution requires a massive amount of storage. Businesses need to have enough storage space to manage the environment for several users. Storage of all user data, desktops,
apps, and software will need to be considered and could be difficult without the correct IT partner.
Depends solely on an online connection
Although it should go without saying, you should be aware that access to the VDI is mostly dependent on the network. To access it and have a great user experience, the user needs a strong
and dependable Internet connection.
Insufficient customization
End users who are accustomed to customizing their work computers with screensavers and shortcuts may become irritated if they are consistently shown a "vanilla" desktop if IT is using
non-persistent desktops. End users can still customize their persistent desktops, but IT has to pay more to manage them and cannot justify the maintenance costs given the benefits to users.
Complexity
VDI systems might be more complicated to set up and maintain, making them unsuitable for smaller companies or non-technical users.
Issues with endpoint security
Although it is quite unusual, it is feasible to hack into data stored in your data center in the event of a VDI infrastructure. However, even with the data security strengthened centrally, an attack
might still target the local workstation. A thin client could be a viable solution for securing data access by local workstation.
ACM can help you!
While no one solution fits every organization, it is clear that a remote IT staff is advantageous to the majority of firms. ACM has over 15 years of expertise in providing professional IT services for
a wide range of technical challenges, both remotely and on-site. Contact us now via our hotline at 6295 5962 or drop us an email at
info@achievement.com.sg with your company needs and we
will be happy to help.
