Greetings from the Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Community Newsletter (Nov 22nd, 2024)
We are delighted to present the 85th edition of our community newsletter, released on Nov 22nd, 2024. Our primary objective is to provide you with indispensable insights, tactics, and guidance to enhance your experience with Azure Virtual Desktop.
As our community thrives and grows, we greet all our new members with a heartfelt greeting. Whether you’re an experienced IT professional or just starting your journey in virtual desktop infrastructure, we encourage you to actively participate in discussions, share your expertise, and provide valuable feedback. Your input is precious to us as it allows us to improve our services and foster a supportive environment for everyone involved. Welcome aboard!
Community Contributions
Azure Virtual Desktop on Azure Stack HCI
Dynamic autoscaling for Azure Virtual Desktop
Johan Vanneuville has shared a step-by-step guide on enabling the dynamic autoscaling within AVD. Check it out here – Dynamic autoscaling for Azure Virtual Desktop – Johan Vanneuville
Vendor Links
Microsoft Links (Ignite Special 2024)
Migrate from Azure Virtual Desktop Preview app to Windows App
Starting November 27, 2024, the Azure Virtual Desktop Preview app from the Microsoft Store will no longer be available for download or installation. Users of the Azure Virtual Desktop Preview app need to transition to Windows App. You can read more here – Migrate from Azure Virtual Desktop Preview app to Windows App – Azure Virtual Desktop Blog
Announcing App-V support in App attach
For customers with large application portfolios the challenges of migrating to a new packaging format are daunting. While many customers are excited about the prospect of embracing MSIX, a modern application packaging format, the impending April 2026 deprecation is weighing heavily on IT pros. We have news that addresses those concerns. You can read more here – Announcing App-V support in App attach | Microsoft Community Hub
Enhanced host pool management for Azure Virtual Desktop
We’re excited to announce the public preview of enhanced host pool management for Azure Virtual Desktop. Enhanced host pool management is a collection of features and capabilities designed to help admins save time, confirm consistent configurations, and achieve cost-effective scalability. You can read more here – Enhanced host pool management for Azure Virtual Desktop | Microsoft Community Hub
App attach now integrates with partner solutions
For many IT admins, application delivery management is one of their most complex tasks. However, with the recent general availability of App attach in Azure Virtual Desktop, this process has become significantly easier. App attach simplifies application delivery administration by enabling dynamic application attachment from an application package to a user session in Azure Virtual Desktop. You can read more here – App attach now integrates with partner solutions – Azure Virtual Desktop Blog
