Virtual Desktops: 60 Percent Cheaper, but Are They Worth It?

Wednesday, November 04, 2009 | 4:50PM–5:40PM | Korbel Ballroom 4A/B
Session Type: E09 Hybrid
Pepperdine University is conducting a 12-month study to assess the costs and feasibility of replacing desktop computers with virtual machines that allow multiple people to share a single PC. Results from a pilot implementation will be shared, revealing costs, power usage, user satisfaction, ease of administration, and recommendations for installation.

Presenters

  • Gerry Flynn

    Associate Chief Information Officer, Pepperdine University

  • Tom Hoover