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Evolution and Revolution: Windows 7 and Desktop Virtualization. How to Accelerate Migration to Windows 7 Miguel Sian , Sr. Enterprise Solutions Consultant. Market Drivers Accelerating Adoption of Windows 7. Features and Benefits of Windows 7. Reduce Costs and Complexity
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Evolution and Revolution: Windows 7 and Desktop Virtualization How to Accelerate Migration to Windows 7 Miguel Sian, Sr. Enterprise Solutions Consultant
Features and Benefits of Windows 7 Reduce Costs and Complexity • Migrate easily with available tools • Consume less power Enhance Security and Control • Protect data on PCs and portable devices • Protect users and infrastructure • Expand on Windows Vista security foundation Increase User Productivity • Perform everyday tasks faster and easier • Access information from anywhere quickly
Desktop Virtualization is More Than VDI Other Models for Desktop Virtualization Mobile users Task workers Presentation Virtualization (Hosted Apps) Application Virtualization (Local Apps) Hosted Blade PC Desktops Client Virtualization (Offline mode) Hosted VM Desktops (VDI) Client-side compute Server-side compute
Challenges in OS Migration and How Desktop Virtualization Solves These Challenges Challenges Benefits of Virtualization • Repurpose and extend the life of older hardware or leverage investments in current desktops • Dramatically reduce time for regression testing application • Improve end-user experience • Increase reliability and availability of desktops • Simplify IT management of desktops and apps • Deliver desktops as a service
Thank You • GTSI Web Site: GTSI.com/Windows7 • Webinar archives • Speaker presentations • Reports, articles, white papers, and more … • GTSI Virtualization Zone: GTSI.com/Virtualization • One stop virtualization shop • ROI calculators • Videos featuring government and industry experts • White Papers • and more!