Virtual desktop infrastructure
The Virtual Desktop Infrastructure consists of several components.
The following table lists the different VMware Virtual Desktop Infrastructure and Citrix Virtual Desktop Infrastructure components.
| Component | VMware Virtual Desktop Infrastructure | Citrix Virtual Desktop Infrastructure |
|---|---|---|
| Client software | VMware View Client This component is installed on all the computers and thin clients through which you want to access the virtual desktops. |
Citrix Receiver for Citrix XenDesktop: This component provides users with access to their virtual desktops. |
| Base image agent | VMware View Agent This component is installed on all the virtual desktop templates. |
Virtual Delivery Agent for Citrix XenDesktop. Installed on server or workstation operating systems. The Virtual Desktop Agent enables connections for desktops and applications. |
| Connection server | VMware View Composer Use this component to rebalance, recompose, or refresh desktop images regularly. |
Delivery Controller for Citrix XenDesktop This component creates and manages virtual desktops for users. |
| Administrative console | VMware View Administrator This component is available on the computer where you installed the VMware View Connection Server. |
Studio for Citrix XenDesktop. The console from which Administrators can install, configure, create, manage virtual desktops, and publish applications. |