Archive for App-V
Sep
04
Microsoft MDOP Virtualization Licensing Reflects their Software as a Service Support
Posted by: | CommentsMicrosoft is adding software as a service (SaaS) licensing to encourage Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) virtualization adoption. This licensing arrangement supports the idea of a future of JeOS’s (Just Enough Operating Systems) with single applications running as virtual machines on hypervisors.
App-V 4.5 will also feature a new Service Providers License Agreement (SPLA), officially called Microsoft Application Virtualization 4.5 Hosting for Desktops, which will enable service providers to use App-V 4.5 to deliver third-party ISV developed applications to customers via Read More→
Microsoft App-V Will be Delivered by Citrix Receiver and Dazzle
Posted by: ssnowden | Comments View CommentsOnce again, Citrix shows how to successfully play with Microsoft as a partner. They are taking the core functionality of App-V and building on it by delivering it with Citrix Receiver and Dazzle. I think having the applications delivered via Dazzle is a compelling idea.
What is still unclear is if Microsoft is going to make App-V’s licenses to gain a wider install base, but I expect that to happen soon as well.