Windows Virtual Desktop quick start guide

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Windows Virtual Desktop is a comprehensive desktop and app virtualization service running in the cloud. It’s the only virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) that delivers simplified management, multi-session Windows 10, optimizations for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise, and support for Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments. Deploy and scale your Windows desktops and apps on Azure in minutes and get built-in security and compliance features.

Organizations implement virtualized desktops for different reasons—from meeting stringent security needs to providing remote workers easy access to organizational data. Built on the reliable backbone of Microsoft Azure, Windows Virtual Desktop lets you deliver a quality desktop and application experience that keeps both your IT teams and end users in mind—whatever your scenario including:

  • Security and regulated environments
  • Specialized workloads
  • Mobile workforce
  • Specific staff and volunteers

Get our quick start guide and learn how you can deploy and scale virtualized Windows desktops and apps on Azure.