What is client virtualization and why do I care?
Virtualization
Virtualization changes the old model of …
1 Computer
& OS & Software
Virtualization changes the old model of …
1 Computer
& OS & Software
Virtualization changes the old model of …
1 Computer
& OS & Software
Cloud Computing
Cloud Computingchanges the old model of …
Computer & OS & Software
Cloud Computingchanges the old model of …
Computer & OS & Software
Cloud Computingchanges the old model of …
Computer & OS & Software
Client Virtualization Landscape
Server Virtualization Multiple vendor options
Client Virtualization Terminal Server (SBC)
Multiple vendor options
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Multiple vendor options
The Landscape of The Landscape of Virtualization…Virtualization…Approach Hardware Config Software
LicensesUsers Cost
Terminal Server
akaPres Srvr or SBC
VDI
The Landscape of The Landscape of Virtualization…Virtualization…Approach Hardware Config Software
LicensesUsers Cost
Terminal Server
akaPres Srvr or SBC
or
VDI
The Landscape of The Landscape of Virtualization…Virtualization…Approach Hardware Config Software
LicensesUsers Cost
Terminal Server
akaPres Srvr or SBC
or
1 OS/Server
VDIMulti OS/Server
The Landscape of The Landscape of Virtualization…Virtualization…Approach Hardware Config Software
LicensesUsers Cost
Terminal Server
akaPres Srvr or SBC
or
1 OS/Server
Win2008
-----MSFT TS+ CTXS
XenApp(?)
VDIMulti OS/Server
XP or Vista
-----VMWare VDI or
CTXS XenDesktop
The Landscape of The Landscape of Virtualization…Virtualization…Approach Hardware Config Software
LicensesUsers Cost
Terminal Server
akaPres Srvr or SBC
or
1 OS/Server
Win2008
-----MSFT TS+ CTXS
XenApp(?)
~50/server
VDIMulti OS/Server
XP or Vista
-----VMWare VDI or
CTXS XenDesktop
~30/server
The Landscape of The Landscape of Virtualization…Virtualization…Approach Hardware Config Software
LicensesUsers Cost
Terminal Server
akaPres Srvr or SBC
or
1 OS/Server
Win2008
-----MSFT TS+ CTXS
XenApp(?)
~50/server $
VDIMulti OS/Server
XP or Vista
-----VMWare VDI or
CTXS XenDesktop
~30/server $$
““I remember it doesn’t work on wireless”I remember it doesn’t work on wireless”It’s changed & better than everClassLink has 300 buildings and 300,000 users
““tried it and couldn’t get any software to install”tried it and couldn’t get any software to install”ClassLink tested 1,000+ titles including: KidPix, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD & more
““what about licensing”what about licensing”ClassLink includes a license metering solution
““what about video?”what about video?”ClassLink sites are using United Streaming
““I thought you needed citrix”I thought you needed citrix”Not always
MythsMyths
The
LaunchPadDifference
Benefits of Client VirtualizationBenefits of Client Virtualization
Cost ReductionCost Reduction• Energy savings with thin client computers• Reuse existing equipment• Existing staff can handle more
TechnicalTechnical
• Central management• Greater reliability• Increased security
EducationalEducational• Consistent experience everywhere• 24/7 access (home access = increased instructional time)
• Teachers love the collaboration tools• Software and hardware usage reports guide purchasing
What does it look like? ClassLink LaunchPad
Assessing the projectAssessing the project
The Principal, Supt, Board keeps asking …
“Is anyone really using the computers or software we bought?”
What do I say?
They want to know…
Who’s using what?
From where?
When?
How long?
Does it help learning???
ClassLink Inquiry™ ClassLink Inquiry™
Application Usage
Standard & custom
reports
For teachers & administrationWeb Based
Computer Usage
Websites usage
ClassLink Inquiry
What does it look like?
Dr. Kathleen Farrell, SuperintendentCheryl Rabinowitz, Technology DirectorCatskills Central School District, NY
Greg Partch, Director of Technology Hudson Falls School District, NY
Q&AQ&Awww.ClassLink.com