How to run Azure Virtual Desktop on-premises

Deliver desktop and app virtualization experiences to almost any device, with VMs running where you need them with Azure Virtual Desktop on Azure Stack HCI. This hybrid solution integrates local data centers with Azure cloud workloads through Azure Arc, enabling flexible, secure, and regionally compliant virtualization experiences.
Take advantage of exclusive features like Windows 11 multi-session, previously limited to Windows Server. Maintain precise control over VM hosts' locations, ensuring compliance and optimizing for ultra-low latency. Benefit from unified security with Microsoft Entra ID and streamlined administration through Azure Arc, for increased flexibility and control. Azure expert, Matt McSpirit shows the steps to get it up and running.
► QUICK LINKS:
00:00 - Azure Virtual Desktop for Azure Stack HCI
01:21 - Security and management benefits
01:56 - Get it up and running
03:27 - Connect to session hosts using the new Windows App
04:15 - Configure an Azure Stack HCL 23H2 cluster to run Azure Virtual Desktop
06:28 - Deploy session hosts
08:29 - Configure additional options
09:57 - Wrap Up
► Link References:
Check out https://aka.ms/AVDonHCI
Steps for setup at https://aka.ms/StackHCISetup
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