Synchronize vs Mirror


This has confused me with Citrix Profile Management… What is the difference between synchronizing a folder and mirroring a folder? When I say source and destination, I mean the following: Source = virtual desktop Destination = profile store The descriptions for both sound very similar, so I thought I would dig into this a little… Continue reading Synchronize vs Mirror

Should I Use Folder Redirection for AppData


When we talk about XenApp and XenDesktop implementations and the aspects of profiles, we always hear the recommendation to redirect folders. It is a great way to offload portions of your profile to speed up logons, because those folders are not copied down to the system during logon. In fact, I typically recommend the redirection… Continue reading Should I Use Folder Redirection for AppData

The Virtual School Is In Session, Please Take your Seats


Once upon a time, there was a little school (70,000 users) with a  little problem (desktops over 5 years old) with a little idea. The school was trying to find a way to make the tax money go further. The newest desktops were 5 years old with many more approaching 10 years.  Depending on the… Continue reading The Virtual School Is In Session, Please Take your Seats

My virtual desktop profile is important


Mark Twain said “When angry count to four. When very angry, swear”.  Unfortunately, I’ve heard many users swear. It is amazing how one little action can cause so much anger towards the IT organization or bring a new project to its knees.   Take the following, real world scenario, as an example: An organization had a… Continue reading My virtual desktop profile is important