Unexpected Problems That Come From Using a Hosted Virtual Desktop

Hosted Virtual Desktop (HVD) is the newest phase in the IT world for businesses aiming to increase efficiency and productivity. With a connection to a web browser, your business can have access to its desktop virtually anywhere.

This technology is very helpful and has many great advantages for your business. However, you probably want to know the common issues that arise when using Hosted Virtual Desktop. If I’m correct, then this post is definitely designed for you great business researchers out there.

Once you start using a Hosted Virtual Desktop, these are the reported support issues that are likely to arise.

Internet Connection Complications

This issue may arise with almost every technology that is hosted via cloud. You may find it unimportant to calling (telephone?) issues but take in consideration that your whole workplace can only be accessed with online accessibility.

With that being said, who you choose for an internet provider may be the most important investment your business will now have.

Capital Costs

It is clear that Hosted Virtual Desktops may have less of a capital cost than comparable PCs. The hardware of a comparable PC is definitely more than the cost of a Hosted Virtual Desktop. However, the hidden costs are in the other infrastructure costs such as the server, storage, network or data center. These costs can easily cancel out your cost savings from all of the other hardware that you avoiding buying when choosing a Hosted Virtual Desktop.

What you can do is plan before your implementation the accurate capital costs associated with Hosted Virtual Desktop. If you need to, ask your provider specifics on each cost so that you don’t miss a thing.

Multimedia Support

It may be the desirable for your business to use all multimedia content when using this technology. However, when you do use web conferencing or video training there can be a system slowdown. As a result, the overall performance of the server processors and delivery protocols may not be up to your business expectation.

Make sure to discuss with your service provider the use of multimedia on your new technology. It may not be an issue for some providers, but it does not hurt your business performance to ask!

With any new technology that you are investing in, you should know all of its obstacles. A Hosted Virtual Desktop should be no different.

If you need help researching a provider for this technology with your specific business needs, contact an AeroCom Genius today.

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