Azure Virtual Desktop / Remote Desktop – What is it?

What are the Benefits of the Azure Virtual Desktop / Remote Desktop?

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) offers several benefits for organizations:

Cost Reduction: AVD allows you to pool and share resources across multiple sessions, which can lead to cost savings compared to traditional desktop setups.
Individual Ownership: With AVD, you can provide personal, persistent desktops to end users, ensuring a customized experience for each person.
Scalability: You can easily scale out resources based on your business needs, accommodating growth without major disruptions.
Unified Management: AVD provides a unified experience for managing desktops and apps across various SKUs of the Windows operating system.
Simplified Management: It simplifies desktop management by centralizing it in the cloud, reducing administrative overhead.
Optimized for Microsoft 365: AVD is optimized for running Microsoft 365 applications, ensuring a seamless experience for users.
FSLogix for User Profiles: AVD integrates with FSLogix, improving user profile management and performance.

To use Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), follow these steps:

Prerequisites:
- Ensure you have internet access.
- Use a device running one of the supported Windows versions: Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows Server 2022, or Windows Server 2019.
- Install .NET Framework 4.6.2 or later if needed.
Choose Your Client:
- Remote Desktop client (MSI): Download and install the standalone MSI installer. This is the most common version for Windows.
- Azure Virtual Desktop app from the Microsoft Store: A preview version available in the Store.
- Remote Desktop app from the Microsoft Store: No longer actively developed.
Connect to AVD:
- Use the Remote Desktop client to connect to AVD.
- Subscribe to a feed provided by your organization administrators.
- Optionally, explore Windows App for secure connections to Windows devices and apps from various services.

For more detailed setup instructions, you can refer to the Azure Virtual Desktop setup guide.