In the previous article, we already know what Virtual Desktop Infrastructure is. In this article, we will discuss more about the need for companies to adopt Virtual Desktop Infrastructure in their companies.
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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure or commonly referred to as VDI is generally defined as a technology that makes all existing data on a desktop – such as various files, folders, tools, widgets, applications – stored on a server, not on the user’s device. VDI has software called a hypervisor to separate desktop operating systems, applications, and user data that are still on hardware devices, then move and store all that data on a remote server.
By using Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, users can access their desktop and all stored data at any time – not limited by time, location and specific device. In this case, the user only needs to connect the device to an internet connection with a stable network.
By understanding the meaning and use of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure above, of course we have not come to a firm conclusion whether companies need to adopt VDI. In order to better conclude how much it is necessary for companies to adopt VDI, let’s take a look at some of the benefits of using this solution for companies.
Benefits of Using VDI Solutions for Companies
1. Improving Cost Efficiency
It is very clear here that when implementing Virtual Desktop Infrastructure it can help companies reduce the costs required to purchase hardware that is expensive and tends to have a lifetime.
2. Simplify IT Management in the Company
By using VDI, all IT management can be done in one centralized system. For example, when the latest version of an application becomes available, IT administrators can update the application on all employees’ devices at one time. If a problem occurs in the system, the administrator can immediately find out and fix the cause of the problem before the problem arrives at the end user’s device, so the company can minimize reduced employee productivity caused by problems in the system.
3. Increase Flexibility
Companies adopting VDI can help businesses become more agile, especially as companies transition to remote working. Companies can give each employee the freedom to choose any device to use for work, as long as they have internet access.
4. Protecting the Company from Losses Caused by Internal and External Factors
By adopting VDI, it means that all data is stored on the server, not on employees’ personal devices. So, adopting this solution can protect the company from losses caused by internal and external negligence factors. All important company data can be protected from unexpected events such as if an employee’s device is lost or stolen and so on.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure or VDI has several advantages and disadvantages. The following are the advantages and disadvantages of VDI, including:
1. Advantages of VDI
- VDI is simpler compared to Conventional PC
- VDI is lower in terms of cost in device maintenance
- VDI has high management capabilities
- VDI can improve data security
- VDI can cover a large area
- VDI can access data more securely in corporate environment
2. Disadvantages of VDI
One of the drawbacks of this Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) is the dependence on internet connectivity.
3 Tips For Better VDI Security
It is undeniable that many companies are still hesitant to adopt VDI because the virtual environment still contains many cybersecurity threats. Here are three important tips to increase the security of your virtual environment.
1. Disable Automatic Software Updates
If an application attempts to automatically fetch updates while a non-persistent desktop is rotated, there is a very real risk of causing an activity storm, also known as a “boot storm”. These application storms occur when multiple desktops try to fetch appropriate updates simultaneously and overload the network with traffic trying to update their applications. Automatic desktop updates can reduce the performance of your VDI network and create significant lag across the Virtual Desktop Infrastructure.
In limiting the possibility of system tasks such as automatic updates, at the management level can help keep your network running smoothly. Instead, admins must run all app updates on the master image before the child desktop is created. This will ensure all apps on the child desktop are patched, and there is less chance of an app storm.
2. Provide Equal Protection to Physical Environments and Virtual Environments
Sometimes companies see virtual desktops as the golden ticket to distributed network security. However, these are all dangerous attitudes because even if they originate from servers, virtual desktops can also pose a lot of hardware-based security risks.
From zero-day threats and ransomware to phishing attacks, many risks apply equally to virtual and physical environments. Protecting virtual environments is often more complicated due to memory limitations within each virtual desktop. The key to mitigating this increased risk is to integrate your physical and virtual desktop security processes.
3. Pay Attention to Your Desktop Virtual Agent Protection Impact
Some proponents of VDI systems cite cost savings as a benefit of VDI, but this is not always the case. To be truly cost-effective you need to roll out VDIs at scale e.g. by launching as many child desktops as possible. Cost-effective VDI systems often have less room for extra memory requests than traditional antivirus software, including many next-generation, virtualization-friendly antivirus systems, deploys on servers.
The more network resources your security solution uses, the fewer desktops you can run, and the more cost-effective your VDI will be. To balance security, cost, and performance, it’s important to weigh your VDI security resources as lightly as possible.
This is information about whether companies need to adopt a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solution that can help companies complete their digital transformation journey in these uncertain times.
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