Citrix: Introducing Citrix Application and Desktop Delivery Systems from Pluralsight

This course will teach you the Citrix app and desktop delivery systems functionalities including computer remote access to host machines, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization.

Before you deploy a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops or Citrix DaaS environment, a thorough knowledge of remote access and virtualization technology is required. In this course, Introducing Citrix Application and Desktops Delivery Systems, you will learn about the fundamentals of remote access, its architecture and components. First, you will learn about the different types of sessions and how Citrix supports these sessions. Next, you will explore different Citrix systems designed for remote access. Finally, you will discover the basics of hypervisor and virtualization technology. When you are finished with this course, you will have a foundational understanding of remote computing, types of Citrix sessions, hypervisor, and virtualization technology which will help you to design your Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops or Citrix DaaS infrastructure.

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Computer Remote Access

Citrix Support for Sessions

Citrix Systems Designed for Remote Access

Introduction to Hypervisors and Virtualization

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Covers the foundational skills and knowledge of Citrix virtualization technology, which is used by professionals in IT administration

Taught by Ben Bartels, an experienced instructor in the field of IT

Covers the basic methodologies and advanced concepts of Citrix's remote access and virtualization systems

Provides the knowledge and skills needed to build and manage a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops or Citrix DaaS infrastructure

Requires a foundational knowledge of computer networking and system administration

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Citrix: Introducing Citrix Application and Desktop Delivery Systems with these activities:

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)

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Reviewing the basics of Remote Desktop Protocol will prepare you for learning about Citrix's remote access architecture and offerings.

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Define Remote Desktop Protocol.
Explain how RDP works.
List the different ways to use RDP.

Configure Citrix session settings

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Practice configuring Citrix session settings to improve your understanding of session management.

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Set up different session types
Configure session security settings
Troubleshoot session issues

Learn about Citrix support for sessions

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Build confidence through guided practice with Citrix support for session

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Find a tutorial on Citrix support for sessions
Follow the tutorial step-by-step
Try out the techniques you learned

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Citrix Virtual Desktop Pilot Project

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Develop a hands-on project to pilot and test Citrix Virtual Desktop deployment and management in a simulated environment to solidify your understanding of the technology.

Browse courses on Citrix Virtual Desktops

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Define project scope and objectives
Design and plan pilot environment
Deploy and configure Citrix Virtual Desktops
Test and evaluate pilot deployment
Document and present project findings

Use Citrix system to design your remote computer access

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Reinforce your understanding of remote access by designing your infrastructure

Browse courses on Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops

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Plan your remote access infrastructure
Learn about Citrix Systems
Implement your design
Test your infrastructure

Write a blog post about Citrix virtualization technology

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Develop your written communication and technical explanation skills by creating a blog post that summarizes the key concepts of Citrix virtualization technology.

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Research Citrix virtualization technology
Write a blog post outline
Draft the blog post
Edit and proofread the blog post

Career center

Learners who complete Citrix: Introducing Citrix Application and Desktop Delivery Systems will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Virtualization Engineer

Virtualization Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing virtualization solutions. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a Virtualization Engineer. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing computer networks. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a Network Administrator. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects are responsible for designing, deploying, and managing cloud computing solutions. The knowledge of computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization taught in this course can help you understand the fundamentals of cloud architecture. It will also familiarize you with the different Citrix systems designed for remote access and hypervisors, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers are responsible for building and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success in cloud engineering. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IT systems and services. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as an IT Manager. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing computer systems and software. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a Systems Administrator. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts are responsible for protecting computer systems and networks from security threats. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a Security Analyst. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Data Center Technician

Data Center Technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing computer hardware and software in data centers. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a Data Center Technician. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Help Desk Technician

Help Desk Technicians provide technical support to users of computer systems and software. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a Help Desk Technician. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants provide advice and guidance to businesses on how to use technology to achieve their goals. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as an IT Consultant. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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VMware Administrator

VMWare Administrators are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing VMWare software and virtual machines. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a VMWare Administrator. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Desktop Engineer

Desktop Engineers are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing desktop computers and peripherals. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success as a Desktop Engineer. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Computer Network Architect

Computer Network Architects design, implement, and maintain computer networks. This course can help you build a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are essential concepts for success in computer network architecture. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineers are responsible for protecting cloud computing environments from security threats. This course may be useful as it provides a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are relevant concepts for cloud security. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers are responsible for protecting computer networks from security threats. This course may be useful as it provides a foundation in computer remote access, Citrix support for sessions, and virtualization, which are relevant concepts for network security. Additionally, the course will introduce you to hypervisors and virtualization technology, which can be particularly valuable if you work with Citrix solutions.

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