Latency is an important metric that should be considered when evaluating web application delivery solutions. Through tests performed, Citrix NetScaler exhibited very low latencies and was at least 3x fast than F5 BIG-IP in almost all test scenarios. 

Citrix XenDesktop™, a virtual desktop (VDI) and desktop management solution, delivers desktops on-demand to users anywhere while dramatically simplifying desktop management throughout the desktop lifecycle. If you are ready to try XenDesktop for yourself download the evaluation version. 

Managing multiple desktops is getting more difficult and more expensive. IT Managers can barely keep up with updates and new OS rollouts, let alone maintain security standards for every PC. And what happens when you need to get a new office up and running quickly? Watch this video to learn how Citrix XenDesktop can help. 

Desktop virtualization should do more than just move desktop management to the datacenter—its real goal is to put productive applications in the hands of end users. Citrix Desktop Delivery dynamically assembles high-performance desktops complete with personalized applications for every logon of every user, from a compact, central store of images. 

This paper explores the most significant hurdles any desktop virtualization program needs to overcome. Staying focused on the ultimate goal--delivering core applications effectively to users--helps clarify the issues involved in desktop virtualization deployment. 

XenServer is the only free, enterprise-class virtualization platform. With powerful features such as live migration and centralized multi-node management, your datacenter is instantly smaller and smarter. For free. You can't afford not to download it now. 

When it comes to desktop virtualization, Citrix XenDesktop offers the best user experience available, over any network on any device. The following video will take you on a guided tour through XenDesktop's user experience, sharing highlights and answering your most pertinent questions. 

The XenDesktop Design Handbook contains a collection of the best practices for designing a XenDesktop solution. The handbook is meant to be used by consultants and architects in the designing of an appropriate XenDesktop solution. 

This technical article, reprinted from Information Week, takes a look at the enhancements embedded in Citrix XenDesktop™ 3.0, examines it's ease of installation, functionality, and security, and compares it with other virtual desktop infrastructure products. 

This document provides recommendations and best practices for moving a user’s data from their physical corporate workstations into the virtual Citrix XenDesktop environment.