Master Desktop Virtualization Platforms: VMware Horizon, Citrix, and Microsoft WVD

Question 1

What is the primary role of a connection broker in desktop virtualization?

Accepted Answer

Managing user connections to virtual desktops

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Providing load balancing and failover capabilities

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Storing user data and profiles

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Optimizing the performance of virtual desktops

Question 2

What is the purpose of a virtual desktop pool?

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To store and manage a collection of virtual desktops

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To provide users with access to specific applications

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To ensure high availability and fault tolerance

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To monitor and optimize the performance of virtual desktops

Question 3

Which desktop virtualization platform is renowned for its open-source nature and substantial community support?

Accepted Answer

Proxmox VE

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VMware Horizon

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Citrix XenDesktop

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Red Hat Virtualization

Question 4

In desktop virtualization, which protocol is employed for remote desktop access?

Accepted Answer

RDP

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SSH

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HTTP

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FTP

Question 5

What is the term for the process of creating a virtual desktop image?

Accepted Answer

Imaging

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Cloning

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Snapshotting

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Provisioning

Question 6

In desktop virtualization management, which role is accountable for managing and maintaining the infrastructure?

Accepted Answer

Desktop administrator

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Network administrator

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Security analyst

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Database administrator

Question 7

Which feature of desktop virtualization allows users to access virtual desktops from any device?

Accepted Answer

Remote access

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Thin clients

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VDI

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Hypervisors

Question 8

In desktop virtualization, which type provides each user with a distinct virtual machine?

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VDI

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VDI-as-a-Service (VDIaaS)

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Desktop as a Service (DaaS)

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Session virtualization

Question 9

Citrix XenDesktop and VMware Horizon View are examples of:

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Desktop virtualization platforms

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Hypervisors

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Virtualization management tools

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Cloud computing platforms

Question 10

Which protocol is used for remote desktop access in Citrix XenDesktop?

Accepted Answer

ICA

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RDP

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WSL

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SSH

Question 11

What is the primary function of a broker in desktop virtualization?

Accepted Answer

To manage and distribute virtual desktops to users

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To provide a secure connection between the user and the virtual desktop

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To optimize the performance of virtual desktops

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To store user profiles and settings

Question 12

What is the key difference between full virtualization and paravirtualization?

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Full virtualization emulates the entire physical hardware, while paravirtualization requires modifications to the guest operating system.

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Paravirtualization emulates the entire physical hardware, while full virtualization requires modifications to the guest operating system.

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Both full virtualization and paravirtualization require modifications to the guest operating system.

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There is no difference between full virtualization and paravirtualization.

Question 13

Which of the following is a best practice for implementing desktop virtualization?

Accepted Answer

Use thin clients and leverage pooled storage

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Install virtual desktops on local servers

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Allow users to download virtual desktops to their personal devices

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Provide unlimited access to all applications and data

Question 14

What is the primary role of a hypervisor in a desktop virtualization environment?

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To manage the physical hardware and allocate resources to virtual machines

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To provide a secure connection between the user and the desktop

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To optimize the performance of virtual desktops

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To store user profiles and settings

Question 15

What is the main advantage of using a golden image in desktop virtualization?

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It ensures that all virtual desktops have a consistent configuration

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It reduces the amount of storage space required

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It improves the performance of virtual desktops

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It eliminates the need for user profiles

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of implementing a desktop virtualization platform?

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Increased hardware costs

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Reduced operational expenses

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Simplified device management

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Improved data security

Question 17

Which of the following is a fundamental technology underpinning desktop virtualization?

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Hypervisor

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Container

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Virtual machine

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Virtual switch

Question 18

Which protocol is commonly used to enable remote access to virtual desktops?

Accepted Answer

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)

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Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)

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File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

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Secure Shell (SSH)

Question 19

Which tool is commonly used for managing virtual desktops?

Accepted Answer

VMware vCenter Server

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Windows PowerShell

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SQL Server Management Studio

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Active Directory

Question 20

Which security consideration is particularly important in desktop virtualization?

Accepted Answer

Implementing multi-factor authentication to enhance user authentication

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Neglecting antivirus software

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Storing virtual desktops in a public cloud environment

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Allowing users to access virtual desktops without any form of authentication

Question 21

Which trend is likely to shape the future of desktop virtualization?

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The emergence of serverless desktop virtualization, reducing infrastructure maintenance

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Virtualization of legacy applications becoming obsolete

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Decline in adoption of desktop virtualization due to cost concerns

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Increased use of thick clients with powerful hardware

Question 22

Which of the following is a key component of a hardware-based desktop virtualization solution?

Accepted Answer

Hypervisor

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Desktop pool

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Virtual machine

Question 23

Which of the following protocols is used for managing and orchestrating virtual desktops in a cloud-based desktop virtualization solution?

Accepted Answer

CloudAPI

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RemoteFX

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VDI over IP

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HDX RealTime Optimization Pack