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Cloud Computing · Intermediate

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

Azure Desktop as a Service that delivers Windows desktops and remote apps, including multi-session Windows 11.

Definition

AVD uses host pools of session hosts, application groups and workspaces. Windows 11 and 10 Enterprise multi-session allow multiple users per VM, reducing costs, while FSLogix profile containers on Azure Files or Azure NetApp Files store user profiles. Microsoft manages the control plane.

Example

Contractors connect to pooled multi-session hosts with autoscaling that shuts down idle hosts after hours.

Exam tip

Pooled host pools share VMs; personal host pools give each user a dedicated VM.

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