Remote Desktop Services (RDS) server is Microsoft’s powerful platform designed for building comprehensive virtualization solutions. It caters to diverse customer needs, from delivering individual virtualized applications to providing secure remote and mobile desktop access. Rds Server empowers end-users by enabling them to seamlessly run their applications and desktops from the cloud.
RDS server stands out due to its deployment flexibility, cost efficiency, and extensibility. These benefits are accessible through various deployment options, including leveraging Windows Server for on-premises infrastructure, utilizing Microsoft Azure for cloud-based deployments, and integrating with a wide range of partner solutions.
Depending on specific organizational needs and preferences, an RDS server solution can be configured for session-based virtualization, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), or a hybrid approach combining both:
Key RDS Server Virtualization Options
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Session-based Virtualization: Harness the robust compute capabilities of Windows Server to create a cost-effective multi-session environment. This setup is ideal for efficiently managing everyday workloads for multiple users simultaneously.
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VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure): Utilize Windows client operating systems to deliver the high performance, broad application compatibility, and familiar user experience expected from a personal Windows desktop. VDI is suited for scenarios demanding dedicated resources and enhanced user personalization.
Flexible Publishing with RDS Server: Desktops and RemoteApps
Within these virtualization environments, RDS server offers granular control over what is published to end-users:
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Desktops: Provide users with a complete desktop experience, encompassing a range of applications centrally installed and managed. This option is well-suited for users who rely on these virtual machines as their primary workstations, requiring a full-featured environment.
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RemoteApps: Publish individual applications that are hosted and executed on the RDS server. These applications appear to users as if they are running locally on their desktops, seamlessly integrating into their workflow. RemoteApps offer individual taskbar entries and are resizable and movable across multiple monitors. This approach is advantageous for deploying and centrally managing critical applications within a secure, remote environment, while allowing users to maintain and customize their local desktops.
With these diverse options and configurations, RDS server provides the adaptability to deploy the precise desktops and applications your users require. It ensures a remote, secure, and cost-optimized solution tailored to meet various business demands.
