4.1 Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Flashcards
What is Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)?
A technology allowing users to access virtual desktops hosted on centralized servers via thin clients or web browsers.
What devices are compatible with VDI?
Devices like laptops, tablets, and Chromebooks.
Where are operating systems and applications managed in VDI?
On remote servers, not local devices.
What is a key advantage of VDI?
Simplifies IT management by centralizing operations on servers.
What is a drawback of VDI?
Dependency on network connectivity and server availability.
What is a thin client?
A lightweight device that relies on a server for processing and application management in VDI.
What are the types of VDI implementation models?
Centralized, Hosted (DaaS), and Remote Virtual Desktop.
What is a centralized VDI model?
All virtual desktops are hosted on a single server or server farm.
What is a hosted VDI model?
Also known as Desktop as a Service (DaaS), managed by third-party providers like Amazon Workspaces.
What is a remote virtual desktop model?
Desktop images are copied locally, allowing offline functionality and reduced bandwidth usage.
Which VDI model is ideal for high centralization needs?
Centralized VDI.
Which VDI model reduces in-house IT management?
Hosted VDI or Desktop as a Service (DaaS).
What is a benefit of remote virtual desktops?
Resilience against connectivity issues and reduced bandwidth requirements.
Why is connectivity a concern for VDI?
Users cannot work if the server or network goes down.
What is the primary goal of VDI?
To streamline IT operations, support remote work, and reduce local hardware costs.
