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Scenario: A Citrix Architect is designing a new Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service environment in Citrix Cloud. During the kickoff meeting, management advised that they need a robust, scalable image-provisioning strategy that allows for easy image and application maintenance to deploy a large number of applications to users. This should include company-wide applications and departmental applications to be used only by specific sets of users. Some applications will require run-once scripts at system startup for product licensing.
Which image provisioning strategy should the architect use for this deployment?
Suggested Answer: C, D, E
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34 comments · newest first
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Vicente
11 months ago
Totally agree with MCS, it simplifies the whole process!
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Daniel
11 months ago
Wait, can PVS really handle that many applications efficiently?
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Dorethea
12 months ago
Manual Provisioning? That sounds like a nightmare for maintenance!
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Shawnna
12 months ago
MCS is definitely more scalable for large deployments.
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Justine
1 year ago
I think Application Layering is the way to go for flexibility.
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Delisa
1 year ago
Citrix Provisioning could work, but I recall it being more complex to manage than Application Layering. I'm leaning towards that option.
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Adela
1 year ago
Manual Provisioning feels too outdated for this scenario, right? I don't think it would meet the scalability requirements they mentioned.
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Pansy
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I think Machine Creation Services might be more scalable for a large number of users. We practiced a similar question on that.
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Loreen
1 year ago
I remember we discussed Application Layering in class, and it seems like a good fit since it allows for easy management of applications for different user groups.
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Felicitas
1 year ago
Citrix Provisioning (PVS) could work, but given the need for easy image and app maintenance, I think Application Layering or MCS would be a better fit here. I'll need to weigh the pros and cons of each.
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Jacquline
1 year ago
Manual provisioning? No way, that's way too much work for a deployment of this size. I'd rule that out immediately and focus on the more automated options like Application Layering or MCS.
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Gilma
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The requirement for run-once scripts at startup makes me wonder if Machine Creation Services (MCS) might be a better fit. I'll need to review the details more closely.
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Dean
1 year ago
This sounds like a classic Citrix image provisioning scenario. I'd go with Application Layering - it should give us the flexibility to easily manage and deploy company-wide and departmental apps.
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Misty
1 year ago
Definitely Machine Creation Services (MCS) for this use case. It'll allow us to easily manage the base image and quickly deploy new VDAs with the required applications and startup scripts.
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Sharmaine
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know we need to track things like resourcing, schedule, and cost, but I'm not sure if invoicing is considered a major project derivative.
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Micah
1 year ago
I'm torn between stimulus discrimination and response generalization; it's tricky when they present different contexts like this.
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Miriam
1 year ago
I heard they're considering using the 'Duct Tape and Rubber Band' method. It's the latest and greatest in image provisioning strategy!
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Stephaine
2 years ago
Citrix Provisioning (PVS) is the clear winner here. It's designed for large-scale image management and can handle all the requirements mentioned.
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Bobbie
1 year ago
A: Plus, it can handle run-once scripts at system startup for product licensing.
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Luisa
1 year ago
B: Definitely, it's perfect for managing large-scale images and applications.
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Michael
1 year ago
A: I agree, Citrix Provisioning (PVS) is the best choice for this scenario.
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Lavera
2 years ago
Manual Provisioning? Really? That's like trying to build a house with a butter knife. Not the way to go for this deployment.
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Erasmo
1 year ago
Definitely not Manual Provisioning, that would be a nightmare.
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Abel
1 year ago
D) Citrix Provisioning (PVS)
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Skye
1 year ago
D) Citrix Provisioning (PVS)
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Beatriz
1 year ago
B) Machine Creation Services (MCS)
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Onita
1 year ago
B) Machine Creation Services (MCS)
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Dong
1 year ago
A) Application Layering
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Estrella
2 years ago
A) Application Layering
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Carolynn
2 years ago
Machine Creation Services (MCS) seems like the best option. It's robust, scalable, and can handle the image and app deployment requirements.
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Tyra
2 years ago
I think Application Layering is the way to go here. It allows for easy image and app maintenance, and the run-once scripts for licensing can be handled within the layers.
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Cecil
2 years ago
I prefer Citrix Provisioning (PVS) because it offers more flexibility in managing images.
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Rasheeda
2 years ago
I agree with Erasmo. MCS allows for easy image and application maintenance.
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Erasmo
2 years ago
I think we should use Machine Creation Services (MCS) for this deployment.