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| Where Virtual Desktops Meet Real Business | July 2009 |
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Leostream News & Events for July 2009 Last week we were pleased to release Connection Broker 6.1.The release sports new policies and reporting for simpler and more powerful Broker administration; Wake-on-LAN functionality for controlling physical machines; and Web-based access for Citrix XenApp. Download a free, 30-day trial of the Connection Broker here.
Recent press has focused on VDI as way to make desktop management more efficient, more secure, and potentially less costly. A range of publications, including Federal Computer Week, Processor Magazine, and Virtual Strategy Magazine weighed in, discussing best practices and deployment planning for VDI. And Xtravirt published a new white paper on VDI and the role of the connection broker. Next week we'll be sponsoring BriForum in Chicago. If you'll be at the show, please stop by. We'll be demoing our multimonitor and USB management features, Citrix support, and ability to broker Windows and Linux desktops simultaneously.
Leostream Releases Connection Broker 6.1 The Leostream Connection Broker is widely regarded as an extremely effective connection management solution for VDI deployments in heterogeneous environments. With the release of Connection Broker 6.1 we've added features and enhancements that continue to serve the demands of our enterprise-class customers. Specifically 6.1 has enhanced policy and reporting capabilities, power control for physical machines (Wake-on-LAN), Web browser access to Citrix XenApp applications, and bulk delete, refresh and release actions for even easier IT administration. Release notes can be found here.
Virtual Desktop Security - Simply Complex: A Virtual Strategy Magazine Video Tutorial with Eric Hanselman
A major benefit of VDI is its ability to improve data protection and simplify security management. But VDI also introduces complexities into desktop security that can create real problems if they are not well-understood going into a deployment. Eric Hanselman, Leostream's Director of Professional & Technical Services, discusses the practical security aspects of VDI connection management, how to minimize complexity, and reap the benefits VDI brings to desktop security.
Processor Magazine Recommends Virtual Desktops as a "Telecommuting Best Practice"
A profusion of Web-based tools and resources make it easier than ever to telecommute, but that doesn’t make IT’s job a cinch. With so many security concerns and management issues, making sure that telecommuters are set up properly and working efficiently can be a daunting task. Processor Magazine explores best practices for streamlining support, security, and management for telecommuting end users, including the use of virtual hosted desktops and a connection broker to centralize desktops in the data center, provide control, risk management, security, and resource savings.
CRN Names Leostream One of the "Coolest Emerging Vendors of 2009" As VDI gains more and more attention in the channel, CRN has once again recognized Leostream and the Connection Broker as key for resellers focused on VDI for the enterprise. As the virtual desktop market is poised for rapid growth (Gartner predicts 49 million desktops hosted by 2013), resellers will want to ensure they have the right technologies and expertise to make the most of this tremendous opportunity. To learn more about channel partnerships with Leostream, please contact our reseller team. Check Out CRN's 2009 Coolest Emerging Vendors Here
Federal Computer News - How to Cut Desktop Computer Costs & Boost Security with VDI
Desktop virtualization technologies probably won't make users any more appreciative, but by centralizing desktop administration tasks in the data center they can lighten the load on the IT department while enhancing security. Estimates on the potential cost savings vary widely because the upfront costs for buying virtualization systems or upgrading existing infrastructure such as networks to support it shift depending on the would-be implementer’s situation. But analysts do agree that overall costs will come down in the long run, sometimes significantly.
Xtravirt Reviews the Leostream Connection Broker
Xtravirt, "the Virtualization Knowledge Portal," and a British consultancy in virtualization technologies, recently published a white paper providing an overview of VDI and connection brokers. It goes on to discuss Leostream and provides a table of some of the Connection Broker's product features.
Leostream Events
July 21 - 23, 2009: Visit Leostream at BriForum in Chicago This is your opportunity to get independent, advanced, technical information and expert strategies from top-notch industry analysts, bloggers and best-selling authors dedicated to VDI, Terminal Services (including Citrix XenApp and others), and application streaming. Leostream will be showcasing the Connection Broker, highlighting the flexible integration capability and powerful policies it brings to VDI. Click on the Banner to Register
Aug 31 - Sep 3, 2009: Visit Leostream at VMworld Leostream, a VMware TAP member since 2004, is proud to participate as a sponsor in our fifth VMworld. VMworld is the only event completely dedicated to virtualization. We will, once again, be showcasing the Leostream Connection Broker and its advanced capabilities for flexible, heterogeneous enterprise-class VDI integration. If you are ready to move beyond the early stages of VDI, you will want to learn how Leostream's comprehensive connection management capabilities can scale your VDI securely to meet the needs of your entire organization. Click on the Banner to Register
Third-party Reviews of the Connection Broker
Looking for Independent Reviews of the Connection Broker? Check Out These Reports by the Butler Group and the 451 Group Butler Group Analysts Stephen Mann and Chandranshu Singh recently reviewed the Connection Broker and published this Technology Audit with the findings, including:
Download the Butler Group Report Here 451 Group analyst Rachel Chalmers discusses the merits of the Leostream Broker, saying "the special magic Leostream brings to server-hosted desktop virtualization is support for many hypervisors, delivery models, back ends, protocols, in-place components and clients. To put it another way, it's the perfect choice when all you need is a connection broker that will drop in and play nicely with the datacenter, virtualization and desktop infrastructure you already have." |
New In This Issue
Events Analyst Reviews of the Connection Broker Demos & Resources Looking at VDI? View our on-demand Webinar to learn more about how to select the right connection broker. Ready to Test? Sign up for your free 30-day trial here. Need more Resources & Training? Learn how to set up the Leostream Connection Broker with VirtualCenter/vSphere and Active Directory. More tips on set-up, configuration, and troubleshooting from the Leostream Knowledge Center. Partners Leostream is a certified partner of:
View all of our technology and channel partners here.
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