The VMware Horizon: Deploy and Manage [V8.8] course is designed to provide learners with the skills and knowledge to deploy and manage a VMware Horizon environment. This comprehensive course covers everything from the basics of virtualization and vSphere to the advanced management of Horizon desktop pools and applications.
Participants will gain insight into the features and benefits of Horizon, understand its architecture, and learn how to convert customer requirements into practical use cases. They'll delve into creating and managing both Windows and Linux virtual desktops, setting up automated pools of instant clones, and managing remote desktop session host (RDSH) farms. The course also covers Horizon Connection Server installation and configuration, user authentication, certificate management, and the importance of security within a Horizon environment.
Through lessons on scalability, the use of Workspace ONE Access for identity and access management, and the configuration of display protocols and graphics cards, learners will become adept at optimizing the Horizon experience. Monitoring tools and techniques are also discussed to ensure ongoing performance and availability.
By the end of the course, students will be well-equipped with the ability to deploy, manage, and secure a VMware Horizon infrastructure, making them valuable assets in the field of virtual desktop and application virtualization.
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To ensure a successful learning experience in the VMware Horizon: Deploy and Manage [V8.8] course, participants should have the following minimum required knowledge and competencies:
These prerequisites are designed to provide a foundation for the course content and ensure that all participants can fully engage with the course material and activities. No prior experience with VMware Horizon is required, although it may be beneficial.
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This course provides comprehensive training on deploying and managing VMware Horizon environments, teaching participants the architecture, components, and implementation of Horizon 8.
Virtualization is a technology that allows you to create multiple simulated environments or dedicated resources from a single, physical hardware system. Software called a hypervisor separates the physical resources from the virtual environments—the "virtual machines". This means you can run more than one virtual system, and different operating systems, all on one physical server. Virtualization improves efficiency, reduces costs, enhances scalability, and segregates environments for different purposes. VMware Horizon 8 is a popular virtualization software, offering tools and services that manage virtual desktops and applications. Training and certification in VMware Horizon 8 can enhance one's expertise in managing virtual environments.
vSphere is a server virtualization platform by VMware that allows for the consolidation of applications onto fewer physical servers, reducing costs and improving scalability and flexibility. It offers tools for managing virtual environments, including VMotion for live migration of virtual machines, and DRS for resource distribution. By abstracting hardware resources, vSphere creates a dynamic, efficient, and secure platform that supports a wide range of applications, from virtual desktop infrastructure to large-scale enterprise applications. It ensures optimal performance, availability, and efficient resource management, making it foundational for modern IT infrastructure setups.
Horizon desktop pools are collections of virtual desktops managed through VMware Horizon, which provides a streamlined and secure platform for delivering and managing virtual desktop experiences. These pools allow administrators to efficiently allocate resources, manage desktop configurations, and scale operations according to demand. Users benefit from consistent and personalized desktop environments accessible from any device, enhancing productivity and flexibility. This setup is especially pivotal for organizations looking to support remote work scenarios or maintain control over desktop application security and updates.
Instant clones are a feature in VMware Horizon that enables the rapid deployment of virtual desktops. When a user logs in, a fresh desktop is created almost immediately by cloning a parent image that is in a powered-on state. These clones are temporary and typically deleted after logout, ensuring each user starts with a clean state. This technology is highly efficient for managing large numbers of virtual desktops, reducing storage and maintenance demands. Instant clones help streamline the desktop delivery process, enhancing user experience and organizational agility in deploying virtual environments.
Remote Desktop Session Host (RDSH) farms are a network setup where multiple servers, known as hosts, work together to provide virtual desktops to users. In this system, each server runs multiple user sessions simultaneously, allowing users to access and run applications centrally managed on these servers. RDSH farms optimize resources, improve manageability, and enhance security because all data processing and storage occur within the central server environment rather than on individual user devices. This architecture is especially useful in large organizations for facilitating consistent access and functionality across a wide range of user operations.
Horizon Connection Server is a core component of VMware Horizon 8, handling user connections, authenticating sessions, and managing desktop and application pools. The installation involves setting up a server on a supported system, followed by configuring network protocols and security settings to ensure safe communication between clients and virtual desktops. Configuration also includes establishing policies for resource allocation, session management, and client interaction, providing a scalable solution for virtual desktop and application management that aligns with VMware Horizon 8 training and certification pathways.
User authentication is a security process that verifies the identity of a user accessing a system. It ensures that the person requesting access is who they claim to be, typically through passwords, biometric data, or other means. This method is crucial in protecting sensitive data and maintaining secure networks. In systems like VMware Horizon 8, proficient user authentication practices are integral to managing and safeguarding virtual desktop infrastructures, highlighting the importance of VMware Horizon 8 training and certification for professionals in this field.
Certificate management involves overseeing, issuing, storing, and revoking digital certificates within a network. These certificates verify the identity of devices and users, ensuring secure communication across the internet or within private networks. Effective certificate management helps prevent security breaches by keeping unauthorized users out and making sure that all communication is encrypted. This process includes tracking the expiration of certificates and updating them regularly to avoid interruptions in service or vulnerabilities. Overall, certificate management ensures that only authenticated users and devices can access network resources, maintaining the integrity and privacy of data.
Scalability is the ability of a system, network, or process to handle a growing amount of work, or its potential to be enlarged to accommodate that growth. In technology, this refers to how well a system can adapt to increased demands. For example, a scalable web application can handle increments in user traffic and data volume without experiencing performance problems. Effective scalability ensures that the system can continue to function efficiently as size or volume increases.
Workspace ONE Access, part of VMware’s digital workspace platform, is a tool designed to streamline access control and management across an organization. It allows for single sign-on (SSO) capabilities, making it easy for users to access all approved applications with one set of credentials. This enhances security and improves user experience by minimizing password fatigue. Additionally, Workspace ONE Access integrates with VMware's broader suite of products, such as VMware Horizon, to provide comprehensive management solutions that enhance productivity and operational efficiency in business environments.
Identity and access management (IAM) is a framework of policies and technologies ensuring the right individuals have access to the appropriate resources at the right times for the right reasons. It helps secure an organization by managing user identities and controlling access to sensitive information and systems. IAM systems verify the identities of individuals attempting to access resources, enforce user permissions, and monitor and manage those accesses. Efficient IAM systems prevent unauthorized or inappropriate access, reducing the risk of data breaches while promoting productivity by ensuring users have the access needed to perform their duties.
Display protocols are the methods used by computers and devices to communicate video and image information across networks. Commonly used in remote desktop services, these protocols determine how data like images, video, and text are transmitted from host computers to client devices, such as monitors and screens. For smooth, high-quality visuals with efficient performance, protocols must manage data bandwidth and latency effectively. This ensures users have a seamless visual experience, whether they're viewing multimedia, running applications, or participating in video conferences. These protocols are crucial in environments using technologies like VMware Horizon 8 for virtual desktops and applications.
Windows and Linux virtual desktops are technologies that allow users to operate a desktop environment on a remote server rather than a local machine. This enables access to a user’s desktop from any location, using various devices. Windows virtual desktops typically utilize Microsoft technologies, whereas Linux ones use open-source software. Both provide flexibility, security, and efficiency in managing and deploying desktop applications. Virtual desktop infrastructure, like VMware Horizon 8, enhances these environments providing tools for management, scaling, and securing virtual desktops and apps, often leading to professionals seeking VMware Horizon 8 training and certification to optimize their skills.
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This course provides comprehensive training on deploying and managing VMware Horizon environments, teaching participants the architecture, components, and implementation of Horizon 8.