How has Desktop as a Service evolved over the years?
VDI is the old way of doing client computing and DaaS is the new way to secure, support and scale a distributed workforce.
As DaaS moved through the phases of development the solutions have undergone key changes related to infrastructure, user experience, and cost.
In terms of the infrastructure, the shift towards cloud-based solutions from on-premises eliminates the need for on-premises hardware. In addition, cloud computing simplifies the deployment and management process for DaaS.
The user experience also significantly improved for managed DaaS. In the early phases of VDI and DaaS, there were performance issues related to speed and functionality. With the recent technological advances, DaaS virtual desktops can be as fast and responsive as traditional desktops with extra support features for graphics and collaboration tools.
In terms of costs and accessibility, the new DaaS solutions have a lower barrier to entry. In the past VDI and DaaS solutions required heavy investments in hardware, software, and IT resources, but now businesses have the option for pay-as-you-go pricing models and simple cloud deployment. This makes it possible for small, medium, and large businesses to adopt managed DaaS solutions when in the past they could not.
In this video, Evolve IP's subject matter experts discuss how Desktop as a Service (DaaS) has evolved over the years. They discuss the four ways of doing DaaS and which technology will benefit IT.