Master Azure Virtual Desktop with expert guidance from industry leaders and MVPs, and unlock its advanced capabilities for cloud virtualization and remote application delivery.
Key Features
Learn how to design a strong architecture for your Azure Virtual Desktop
Implement, monitor, and maintain a virtual desktop environment
Gain insights into Azure Virtual Desktop and prepare successfully for the AZ-140 exam
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Book DescriptionAcquire in-depth knowledge for designing, building, and supporting Azure Virtual Desktop environments with the updated second edition of Mastering Azure Virtual Desktop. With content aligned with exam objectives, this book will help you ace the Microsoft AZ-140 exam.
This book starts with an introduction to Azure Virtual Desktop before delving into the intricacies of planning and architecting its infrastructure. As you progress, you'll learn about the implementation process, with an emphasis on best practices and effective strategies. You'll explore key areas such as managing and controlling access, advanced monitoring with the new Azure Monitoring Agent, and advanced application deployment. You'll also gain hands-on experience with essential features like the MSIX app attach, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency. Beyond advancing your skills, this book is a crucial resource for those preparing for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty certification.
By the end of this book, you'll have a thorough understanding of the Azure Virtual Desktop environment, from design to implementation.What you will learn
Architect a robust Azure Virtual Desktop setup
Master the essentials of networking and storage configurations
Create and configure session host images and host pools
Gain insights into controlling access and enhancing security
Implement FSLogix profile containers and Cloud Cache for improved performance
Discover MSIX app attach for efficient application delivery
Understand strategies for business continuity and disaster recovery
Monitor and manage the performance and health of your Azure Virtual Desktop environment
Who this book is forMastering Azure Virtual Desktop is a comprehensive guide designed for IT professionals, modern workspace administrators, architects, and consultants looking to build and manage Azure Virtual Desktop environments. It's also an invaluable resource for individuals aiming to strengthen their cloud virtualization skills or prepare for the Microsoft AZ-140 certification exam.
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Höhe: 235 mm
Breite: 191 mm
Dicke: 38 mm
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978-1-83588-414-0 (9781835884140)
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Ryan Mangan, with over 17 years in the tech industry, specializes in cloud and end-user computing. His deep understanding of end-user computing, virtual desktop products, applications, networks, and virtualization has earned him recognition as a Microsoft MVP and Parallels VIPP, and previously a VMware vExpert, a title held for over a decade. As a Chartered Fellow of the British Computer Society and other industry titles, Ryan's professional dedication is evident. An author and speaker, he shares his knowledge, fostering growth in the community. In 2023, he established Efficient Ether, concentrating on cloud optimization, sustainability, and generative AI, demonstrating his commitment to advancing sustainable technology software solutions. Neil McLoughlin boasts over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, with a dedicated focus on VDI, DaaS and end-user computing spanning the last decade. His commitment extends beyond professional realms, as he actively engages with the community, sharing insights and best practices in VDI and DaaS. Currently recognized as a Microsoft MVP, he plays a pivotal role in leading the EUC Forum User Group in the UK, organizing four in-person events annually. He also contributes significantly to the AVD Community newsletter, enriching its content on a weekly basis.
Presently, Neil serves as a Principal Technical Account Manager at Nerdio, where he leverages his expertise to address intricate challenges within AVD and Windows 365 deployments. Marcel Meurer is responsible for the professional IT services business unit at sepago GmbH - a Proact comapny - in Cologne. His technical focus is Microsoft Azure platform services, and he has been a Microsoft Azure MVP since 2016.
Since 2021, he has also been running ITProCloud, a Germany-based company that builds solutions to manage Microsoft Azure services. ITProCloud shares knowledge and tools like WVDAdmin and Hydra with customers and the community. In 1995, he started studying electrical engineering. Machine learning and neural networks were some of his favorite topics during his studies. He graduated as an electrical engineer from the University of Applied Science Aachen.
Table of Contents
Introduction to Azure Virtual Desktop
Designing the Azure Virtual Desktop Architecture
Designing for User Identities and Profiles
Implementing and Managing Networking for Azure Virtual Desktop
Implementing and Managing Storage for Azure Virtual Desktop
Create Host Pools and Session Hosts
Configure Azure Virtual Desktop Host Pools
Entra ID Join for Azure Virtual Desktop
Creating and Managing Session Host Images
Managing Access
Managing Security
Implementing and Managing FSLogix
Configuring User Experience Settings
MSIX App Attach
Configuring Apps on a Session Host
Planning and Implementing Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
Automating Azure Virtual Desktop Management Tasks
Monitoring and Managing Peformance and Health
Azure Virtual Desktop's Quickstart Feature
Final Assessment
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