Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktops and Windows 365 in GCC High

Bring your own device (BYOD) and access your desktop and applications over the internet using an Azure Virtual Desktop client such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, or HTML5. Choose the right Azure virtual machine (VM) to optimize performance and leverage the Windows 10 and Windows 11 multi-session advantage on Azure to run multiple concurrent user sessions and save costs.
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Azure Virtual Desktop

A flexible cloud virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) platform that securely delivers virtual desktops and remote apps with maximum control.

  • Windows 10 and Windows 11 personalized and multi-session desktops and remote app streaming

  • Full control over management and deployment, plus options for Citrix and VMware integration

  • Flexible consumption-based pricing

  • Optimized for flexibility.

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Windows 365

A complete software-as-service (SaaS) solution that securely streams your personalized Windows experience – all your apps, content and settings – to any device.

  • Windows 10 and Windows 11 personalized desktops

  • Management and deployment with familiar desktop tools and skills

  • Predictable per-user pricing

  • Optimized for simplicity.

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What’s the difference between Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365?

Azure Virtual Desktop
Cost
Usage Based
Azure Subscription
Customer Managed
Compute
Customer Managed / Flexible
Storage
Customer Managed OS Disks FSLogix Flexible Easy to Backup
Networking
Customer managed Usage based cost Flexible routing IPs Security
User Profiles
FSLogix Optional
Identity
AD DS required Windows AD or Azure AD DS supported Native Azure AD Join roadmapped
Windows 365 Business
Cost
Fixed
Azure Subscription
Microsoft Managed
Compute
Microsoft Managed No Admin Access to VM
Storage
Microsoft Managed Not flexible Difficult to backup
Networking
Microsoft Managed Fixed cost No admin access No flexibility
User Profiles
No FSLogix
Identity
AD DS required Windows AD or Azure AD DS supported Native Azure AD Join roadmapped
Windows 365 Enterprise
Cost
Fixed
Azure Subscription
Microsoft Managed except Networking
Compute
Microsoft Managed No Admin Access to VM
Storage
Microsoft Managed Not flexible Difficult to backup
Networking
Customer managed Usage based cost Flexible routing IPs Security
User Profiles
No FSLogix
Identity
AD DS required Windows AD or Azure AD DS supported Native Azure AD Join roadmapped

Why trust Azure Virtual Desktop?

Built-in security

  • Help secure your employee and company data by storing in Azure rather than local desktops.

  • Leverage Azure security offerings such as Azure Firewall, Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for end-to-end security from the endpoint to the applications.

Dynamic policy engines

  • Use conditional access to manage risks before you grant users access to your Azure Virtual Desktop environment.

  • Set up multifactor authentication for secure sign-in.

  • Protect your Azure infrastructure by enabling role-based access control (RBAC) and detect threats using Azure Security Center.

Compliance

  • Take advantage of Azure Virtual Desktop compliance certifications including ISO 27001, 27018, and 27701, plus PCI, FedRAMP High for Commercial, HIPAA, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my employees use home computers to work?

Mostly no.

Even at CMMC level 1, the practices say that you need to control and limit the use of personal devices connecting to your network or information. The example describes not allowing employees to work on Federal Contract Information using personal devices. At level 1, if you require security measures on home computers (like antivirus, patches, passwords, and restricting use by random family and friends), you can probably get away with it. But at that point, are they still “home” computers?

For higher levels that deal with CUI, the answer is ABSOLUTELY NO!

If your employees need to work from home, you should ideally be issuing them a company laptop or set up virtual desktops, or both. Yes, this costs money.

Reference: CMMC Level 1 Assessment Guide

What types of Windows 365 Machines are available?

While it is said that storage and compute is not flexible in Windows 365, the available selection of VMs is broad enough to meet most needs, ranging from a single CPU with 2gigs of RAM to 8 CPUs and 32 gigs of RAM.

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