desktop virtualization

noun

UK /ˈdesk.tɒp ˌvɜː.tʃu.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

US /ˈdesk.tɑːp ˌvɝː.tʃu.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/

A way to use a computer's screen and apps from far away, like magic.

Our school uses desktop virtualization so students can log in to the same computer from any classroom.

SYNONYMS

virtual desktop infrastructure VDI remote desktop virtual desktop desktop-as-a-service

RELATED WORDS

cloud computing virtual machine hypervisor remote access thin client

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The technology that keeps a computer's desktop and programs on a central server instead of on each person's own machine.

Desktop virtualization lets the IT team update software once for everyone.

3. A setup where many users share the power of one strong computer through separate virtual desktops.

With desktop virtualization, each employee gets their own virtual desktop on the company server.

4. Running a computer's screen and files in the cloud so they can be opened from different devices.

He opened his work desktop virtualization session on his tablet at home.