AVD Community Newsletter – 24th Apr 2026

Greetings from the Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Community Newsletter (April 24th, 2026)

We are delighted to present the 123rd edition of our community newsletter, released on April 24th, 2026. 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

Action Required for Early Azure Virtual Desktop Deployments – RC4 Azure Files for FSLogix will stop working

Marcel has written a blogpost on AVD Prepare for Secure Boot Certificates. You can read more here –

Action Required for Early Azure Virtual Desktop Deployments - RC4 Azure Files for FSLogix will stop working

Early adopters of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) are facing an important security-related change that should not be ignored.

Vendor Links

Prove You Can Run AVD and Windows 365 at Scale. Get Hydra Certified

Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 Cloud PCs are the backbone of how many modern organizations deliver Windows at scale. More capability, adoption, and business-critical workloads mean the bar for running these workspaces well keeps rising. The people responsible for them are expected to keep up, and the best ones do.

Microsoft Links

App attach in Azure Virtual Desktop now supports Windows Server 2025 and Windows Server 2022

Managing applications in virtualized desktop and server environments has traditionally required IT teams to bake apps directly into base images, driving image sprawl, slower updates, and higher operational overhead. You can read more here – App attach in Azure Virtual Desktop now supports Windows Server 2025 and Windows Server 2022

Announcing public preview of redundant TCP support for RDP Multipath for Azure Virtual Desktop

Reliable connectivity is essential for ensuring consistent productivity in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments. Network variability—whether due to packet loss, NAT misconfiguration, UDP‑restricted networks, or restrictive enterprise network policies—continues to be one of the most common causes of session interruptions across enterprise virtual desktop deployments. You can read more here – Announcing public preview of redundant TCP support for RDP Multipath for Azure Virtual Desktop

Wrap up

As we conclude another edition of the AVD Community Newsletter, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and active engagement. Your contributions, insights, and enthusiasm play a vital role in maintaining our community’s vibrancy, inclusivity, and forward-thinking spirit.

We wish you all a fantastic summer! Please stay connected with us through social media channels and join the ongoing conversations on the AVD Community forums. We look forward to your participation in upcoming events, webinars, and workshops. Let’s continue cultivating a thriving ecosystem that drives innovation and success in the AVD industry.

Until we meet again, stay curious, informed, and connected. We hope you enjoy the summer and disconnect once in a while to enjoy life. Enjoy your summer!

AVD Community Newsletter – 24th Apr 2026

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