Introduction In this article, we will take a look at Azure Virtual Machine benchmarks to better understand which Virtual Machines are better suited to deploy with Windows Virtual Desktop. One of the most common question's I'm regularly asked, is , "How do I get the most value for money ($/£) in terms of performance and... Continue Reading →
Introduction This article details the process of deploying a configuring a GPU WVD Session Host. I will cover the resize of a VM to a NV6 Series Azure VM Size and the use of pre-build custom script extensions to simplify the driver install to Windows Virtual Desktop. Getting Started: Resize the VM or choose the... Continue Reading →
Introduction Microsoft announced the General Release (GA) of Microsoft Teams on Windows Virtual Desktop (with media optimisation) on Monday the 27th of July 2020. A/V Redirection for Microsoft Teams is one of the GA features that many have been waiting for. Read more here from KamVedBrat on the announcement https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/new-windows-virtual-desktop-capabilities-now-generally-available/ In this article, I will... Continue Reading →
Introduction This article will show you how to automate the full process of deploying Microsoft Teams on Windows Virtual Desktop. This deployment also includes the features of the recent GA of A/V redirection for Windows Virtual Desktop. Getting Started: Download the PowerShell Script from my repository. https://github.com/RMITBLOG/WVD_TeamsDeploy/blob/master/WVD_teamsInstall.ps1 Import the script to your Azure Storage Account.... Continue Reading →
Introduction: This article covers both firewall and perimeter security considerations when deploying or enhancing an existing WVD Deployment. It would not be wise to deploy a Windows Virtual Desktop solution with users directly connecting to the public network without some form of security provision. In this article, we will look at the options available and... Continue Reading →
Introduction: In this article we will look at identifying and resolving the most common performance issues that can occur in Windows Virtual Desktop Environments. Following the provided steps in this article, you will be able to identify issues relating to capacity, constraint and overall performance lag. There are four (4) Key areas when troubleshooting performance... Continue Reading →
Introduction: Not all of us are able to use a wired internet connection when working from home. This can be for many reasons including location and poor service offerings within the area. This forces Mobile Workers to use mobile hot spots and Mobile Phone data plans to access company resources. This is great for temporary... Continue Reading →
Introduction: This article shows you how to deploy a simple and secure remote access solution using Remote Desktop Gateway. The RD Gateway allows you to connect to desktops and servers in the office using RDP from home Securely. In a nutshell the Remote Desktop Gateway role provides a RDP type of SSL VPN remote access... Continue Reading →
