Greetings from the Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Community Newsletter (May 2nd, 2025)
We are delighted to present the 101st edition of our community newsletter, released on May 2nd, 2025. 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
Stop using AVD MSIX App Attach, DO this instead
Dean Cefola has created a YouTube video on alternatives to AVD MSIX App Attach. You can check out here.
Vendor Links
Microsoft Links
Host pool redirection defaults changing in Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop is enhancing its default security by disabling clipboard, drive, USB, and printer redirections for all newly created host pools. This change minimizes the risk of data exfiltration and malware injections, making it easier to have a more secure experience by default. IT admins can enable these redirections as needed using the host pool Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) properties in the Microsoft Azure portal or by using other methods such as Microsoft Intune or Group Policy. You can read more here – https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/azurevirtualdesktopblog/host-pool-redirection-defaults-changing-in-azure-virtual-desktop/4408071
Secure your organization against changing conditions with a special offer from Windows 365
Special 20% discount on Windows 365 Cloud PC. You can read more here – Secure your organization against changing conditions with a special offer from Windows 365 | Windows Experience Blog
