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Description
Azure Virtual Desktop, previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop, is a robust cloud-based solution for desktop and application virtualization. It stands out as the sole virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) that offers streamlined management, the ability to run multiple sessions of Windows 10, enhancements for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise, and compatibility with Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments. You can effortlessly deploy and scale your Windows desktops and applications on Azure within minutes, all while benefiting from integrated security and compliance features. With the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) approach, users can access their desktops and applications via the internet using clients like Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, or HTML5. It’s essential to select the appropriate Azure virtual machine (VM) to ensure optimal performance, and by utilizing the multi-session capabilities of Windows 10 and Windows 11 on Azure, organizations can support multiple users concurrently while also reducing costs. This flexibility and efficiency make Azure Virtual Desktop an appealing choice for businesses looking to enhance their remote work capabilities.
Description
Parallels® RAS meets you where you are in your virtualization journey—bridging on-premises and multi-cloud solutions into a centralized management console for administrators and a secure virtual work environment for end users.
Enjoy an all-in-one digital workspace and remote work solution that provides secure virtual access to business applications and desktops on any device or OS—from anywhere. Agile, cloud-ready foundation and end-to-end security fueled by a centralized management console with granular policies is at your fingertips. Take advantage of on-premises, hybrid, or public cloud deployments and integrate with existing technology like Microsoft Azure and AWS. Gain the flexibility, scalability, and IT agility you need to quickly adapt to changing business needs. Best of all, Parallels RAS offers a single, full-featured licensing model that includes 24/7 support and access to free training.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Azure Marketplace
Yes
IGEL
Yes
Login VSI
Yes
Microsoft Azure
Yes
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
No
AuthPoint
Yes
Azure Confidential Computing
Yes
Hydra by Login VSI
Yes
IBM Cloud
No
Kasm Workspaces
Yes
Integrations
Azure Marketplace
Yes
IGEL
Yes
Login VSI
Yes
Microsoft Azure
Yes
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Yes
AuthPoint
No
Azure Confidential Computing
No
Hydra by Login VSI
No
IBM Cloud
Yes
Kasm Workspaces
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$120 US/year/concurrent user
1-year subscription
Minimum 15 users.
Includes 24/7 Support.
Additional purchase packages available.
Minimum 15 users.
Includes 24/7 Support.
Additional purchase packages available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Country
United States
Website
azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/virtual-desktop/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Parallels
Founded
1999
Country
Canada
Website
www.parallels.com/products/ras/remote-application-server/
Product Features
Application Virtualization
Conflict Prevention
Yes
Cross-Platform Support
No
Dashboard
Yes
Debugging
Yes
Incident Management
Yes
Legacy App Support
Yes
Memory Protection
Yes
Multiple App Instances
Yes
Desktop as a Service (DaaS)
Admin Console
No
Application Management
No
BYOL Management
No
Backup & Recovery
No
Cloud Encryption
No
Device Management
No
File Management
No
GPU Virtualization
No
Multi-Factor Authentication
No
Policy Management
No
Single Sign On
No
User Provisioning
No
Remote Desktop
Chat
No
Cross-Platform Access
No
File Transfer
No
Group View
No
Mobile Device Access
No
Multi Monitor Support
No
Record Remote Sessions
No
Remote Print
No
Remote Wake
No
User Management
No
Virtual Desktop (VDI)
Desktop-as-a-Service
No
Load Balancing
No
Multi-Device Support
No
Multi-Factor Authentication
No
Permissions / Access Controls
No
Self Service Portal
No
Third Party Integration
No
Virtual Machine
Backup Management
No
Graphical User Interface
No
Remote Control
No
VDI
No
Virtual Machine Encryption
No
Virtual Machine Migration
No
Virtual Machine Monitoring
No
Virtual Server
No
Virtualization
Archiving & Retention
No
Capacity Monitoring
No
Data Mobility
No
Desktop Virtualization
No
Disaster Recovery
No
Namespace Management
No
Performance Management
No
Version Control
No
Virtual Machine Monitoring
No
Product Features
Application Virtualization
Conflict Prevention
Yes
Cross-Platform Support
Yes
Dashboard
Yes
Debugging
Yes
Incident Management
Yes
Legacy App Support
Yes
Memory Protection
Yes
Multiple App Instances
Yes
Desktop as a Service (DaaS)
Admin Console
Yes
Application Management
Yes
BYOL Management
Yes
Backup & Recovery
Yes
Cloud Encryption
Yes
Device Management
Yes
File Management
Yes
GPU Virtualization
Yes
Multi-Factor Authentication
Yes
Policy Management
Yes
Single Sign On
Yes
User Provisioning
Yes
Remote Desktop
Chat
Yes
Cross-Platform Access
Yes
File Transfer
Yes
Group View
Yes
Mobile Device Access
Yes
Multi Monitor Support
Yes
Record Remote Sessions
Yes
Remote Print
Yes
Remote Wake
Yes
User Management
Yes
Virtual Desktop (VDI)
Desktop-as-a-Service
Yes
Load Balancing
Yes
Multi-Device Support
Yes
Multi-Factor Authentication
Yes
Permissions / Access Controls
Yes
Self Service Portal
Yes
Third Party Integration
Yes
Virtualization
Archiving & Retention
Yes
Capacity Monitoring
Yes
Data Mobility
Yes
Desktop Virtualization
Yes
Disaster Recovery
Yes
Namespace Management
Yes
Performance Management
Yes
Version Control
Yes
Virtual Machine Monitoring
Yes