Today, we are discussing From Complex VDI to Easy Cloud Desktops with Windows 365 Frontline. This model uses a cloud-based approach that removes the difficult setup and management work found in traditional Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) systems.
In this case we have to know the non-persistent desktops, this type of desktop is temporary and when a user logs out, everything resets to a clean. This is useful in workplaces where many people share the same computer, such as hospitals, customer support centers. The main challenge with this setup is keeping each user’s data and settings safe after they log out.
Windows 365 Frontline Shared mode makes this much easier. Everything runs in the Microsoft Cloud, so there’s no need for big servers or complex setup. Microsoft handles updates, performance, and maintenance. IT teams only need to assign users and set rules through Intune.
To keep user settings safe, tools like FSLogix are used. While this system gives control, it takes a lot of time, effort, and skill to manage. So in this post Lets have a look how this Windows 365 Frontline and Traditional VDI works and what are the diffrence of this Modes.
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Why Windows 365 Frontline is Changing the Future of Virtual Desktops
Traditional non-persistent VDI worked on a component-based system that required IT teams to handle multiple layers of technology and virtual machines, storage, networking, and connection brokers. IT teams had to create a golden image, which is a master copy containing all the needed apps and settings.
Every user’s desktop was made from this image. When users logged out, their desktops would be deleted or reset, so the next user always got a fresh one. Since every session got deleted after logout, IT teams had to use special tools like FSLogix to store user profiles separately.
- Compared to the Windows 365 Frontline the VDI have less Productive time.
- More Session Setup Tax needed that means more time neede for the IT teams.
- New Dedicated Mode Experience in Windows 365 Frontline
- New Shared Mode Experience in Windows 365 Frontline Unlocking New Possibilities for Task Productivity
- Windows 365 Cloud PC Frontline Provisioning Policy Creation Process | 3 Cloud PC with One License
Windows 365 Frontline
Windows 365 Frontline Shared mode is made for workplaces where many people share the same device but use it one at a time. It’s perfect for places like shops, or hospitals where employees work in shifts.In Shared mode, the Cloud PC is not personal.
When a user signs out, the system resets automatically, and everything goes back to normal. This keeps the computer clean and safe for the next person to use. No one’s files or settings stays there.
- This setup also saves time and money.
- The chart shows that with Windows 365 Frontline; users can start work quickly.
- In older systems, workers spend time logging in and setting up every day. But with Frontline, they can log in fast.
Diffrence Between Windows 365 Frontline and Traditional VDI
The difference between the 2 models becomes very different in it’s work. In traditional VDI environments, users face a “setup tax” and the extra time spent logging in, loading profiles, and waiting for desktops to get ready before actual work can begin also, this may affect the productivity. In windows frontline it reduce the extra time.
| Traditional VDI | Windows 365 Frontline |
|---|---|
| Depends on a golden image that must be maintained and updated regularly. | No need for golden image or FSLogix profile management. |
| Needs profile tools like FSLogix to save user data and settings. | Managed easily through Microsoft Intune and Entra ID. |
| Users face a “setup tax” and extra time spent logging in and preparing desktops each day | Users experience instant productivity with no setup delay. |
| Costs depending on usage | Fixed monthly subscription cost. |
| Provides session isolation, but data wipe and profile management are separate components to configure. | It Built-in non-persistence. Automatically wipes user profiles and data on sign-out for enhanced security. |
| Often complex; requires specialized VDI infrastructure, image management, and multiple consoles. | Simplified & Cloud-Native. Fully integrated into the Microsoft Intune admin center. |
Read More: Differences between W365 Cloud PC and AVD Cloud VDI
Easy Access for Windows 365 Frontline
Windows 365 Frontline makes it easy for workers to use Cloud PCs. They can log in from any device. There is no long setup or waiting time. All their apps and files are ready to use. This helps frontline workers do their job easily from any place
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Anoop C Nair has been Microsoft MVP for 10 consecutive years from 2015 onwards. He is a Workplace Solution Architect with more than 22+ years of experience in Workplace technologies. He is a Blogger, Speaker, and Local User Group Community leader. His primary focus is on Device Management technologies like SCCM and Intune. He writes about technologies like Intune, SCCM, Windows, Cloud PC, Windows, Entra, Microsoft Security, Career, etc.