Ramblings
XenDesktop and FlexCast
by admin on Feb.08, 2010, under Ramblings
The release reads, “Improved scalibility across multiple virtual desktop delivery models” and all at a significantly lower cost… And as you read further into the release. “Citrix XenDesktop 4 with FlexCast delivery technology has now been verified to deliver up to 125 VDI-based desktops, 500 hosted shared desktops and 5,000 local streamed desktops from a single physical server tuned to take advantage of the unique innovations of the latest Intel Xeon processor 5500 technology”
Now we can fully perform this test, but feel its necessary to take a few monents to add a little commentary.
- Woooo, okay now that is impressive right? How the heck can see the test plan for the above? One server is hosting 5000 local streamed desktops? There is no freaking way. I just simply don’t believe it. Now we have have a server available to run this test but not sure if the software is available, or even where to begin. I’m Continue reading “XenDesktop and FlexCast” »
M2E and the Nirvana Phone
by admin on Feb.08, 2010, under Ramblings
Open Kernel Labs and Citrix Systems recently announced the plans to further develop the Nirvana Phone. Essentially the smart phone will allow users to access their corporate desktop via XenApp (published desktop), and integrate with your mouse, keyboard and monitor. Essentially this thing is a thin client which is the size of your standard smart phone.
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