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29.07.2025
28 Minuten
In Episode 184 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined
by Citrix experts Geremy Meyers and Todd Smith to explore the
newly enhanced integration between Citrix DaaS and Amazon
WorkSpaces Core Managed Instances.
The team dives into what's new in this “version 2” release, how
it enables flexible, cost-effective VDI deployment, and why it’s
a game-changer for customers with AWS and Microsoft licensing
commitments.
Key topics include:
What Account Technology Strategists (ATS) really do
The evolution from WorkSpaces Core to Core Managed Instances
Support for Machine Creation Services (MCS) and
non-persistent desktops
Hybrid identity management with Intune and Azure AD
How Citrix maintains a unified admin and user experience
across clouds
AWS savings plans and funding resources for pilots
Whether you're planning a cloud migration or optimizing your
existing DaaS strategy, this episode is packed with valuable
insights for IT leaders and practitioners alike.
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24.07.2025
24 Minuten
In Episode 183 of The Citrix Session, host Bill Sutton is joined
by Citrix experts Geremy Meyers and Todd Smith to break down how
IT leaders can make smarter decisions when rolling out Windows
365. They explore the growing importance of deep
visibility, flexible deployment models, and
persona-based strategies to support modern hybrid
environments. This discussion highlights how Citrix technology
enhances Windows 365 with features like HDX optimization,
unified access through Workspace, and policy-based
control—all while simplifying complex enterprise needs.
What you’ll learn:
Why a “one-size-fits-all” approach doesn’t work for Windows
365 rollouts
How Citrix enables seamless access to Windows 365, SaaS,
on-prem, and cloud apps
The role of user personas in right-sizing application
delivery
Where Tech Zone fits into your strategy for technical
insights and deployment guides
How Citrix licenses support unlimited Windows 365 connections
Don’t miss this deep dive into how Citrix helps you modernize
IT without compromise.
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22.07.2025
25 Minuten
In Episode 182 of The Citrix Session, host Bill
Sutton and Citrix’s Todd Smith dive into the expanded
capabilities of XenServer 8.4, Citrix’s enterprise-grade
hypervisor. No longer just for Citrix workloads, XenServer
is now fully supported for all workloads under both
Citrix Platform Licensing and UHMC—making it a
strong contender for organizations exploring alternatives to
VMware and Hyper-V.
In This Episode:
Why Citrix is extending XenServer support to general-purpose
workloads
What’s new in XenServer 8.4: high performance, built-in HA,
live migration, and automation
The power of streaming and rapid provisioning with minimal
hardware
Simplicity of XenCenter and robust APIs for modern
management
Real-world tips for migrating from VMware using the built-in
Conversion Manager
Hardware compatibility resources and insights for planning
ahead
What to expect from the upcoming XenServer 9
Listen in to learn why XenServer’s evolution matters—and how it
can help you optimize your infrastructure for flexibility,
performance, and cost-efficiency.
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15.07.2025
44 Minuten
In Episode 181 of The Citrix Session, hosts Bill
Sutton and Todd Smith dive into the key takeaways from
the blog “What’s New and Next with Citrix: Q&A from our May
2025 Webinar.” From release cadence updates and licensing clarity
to enhanced integration with Windows 365 and Nutanix, this
episode is packed with forward-looking insights for Citrix admins
and tech leaders.
What You’ll Learn:
Why Citrix is moving to annual LTSR releases
How UHMC licensing simplifies multi-cloud deployment
The difference between the Secure Browser and
Enterprise Browser
How Citrix is integrating with Chrome Enterprise
Premium, Unicon, and Elux
Upcoming SSO and identity access changes using Entra
ID
PVS + Nutanix integrations and what’s coming in Web Studio
What Citrix is doing to enable zero-trust browser
access and secure SaaS use
Real-world endpoint strategies including BYOD, thin clients,
and USB redirection
Whether you’re catching up during your commute or tuning in to
stay ahead of the curve, this episode offers a deep but
approachable breakdown of what’s shaping the future of Citrix.
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30.06.2025
27 Minuten
Managing virtual desktops doesn’t have to be hard. In Episode
180 of The Citrix Session, Bill Sutton is joined by Citrix’s
Todd Smith and Geremy Meyers—and special guest Phil Sellers from
XenTegra—to break down the latest innovations from the Citrix +
Nutanix partnership.
What’s New & Why It Matters:
One Integration Point: Citrix now supports Prism
Central, giving you seamless access to multiple Nutanix
clusters—on-prem or in the cloud
Hybrid Cloud Ready: Simplify and scale across data
centers and hyperscalers with Nutanix Cloud Clusters
(NC2)
Image Management at Scale: Clone and replicate Citrix
golden images across clusters effortlessly
NetScaler VPX Now on AHV: Official support eliminates
hardware and hypervisor lock-in
Faster, Simpler Admin Experience: Unified visibility,
better resiliency, and zero image refactoring
Bottom Line:
Citrix and Nutanix just made managing and scaling VDI a whole lot
easier—and more cost-effective.
️ Hosted by: Bill Sutton, XenTegra
Guests: Todd Smith & Geremy Meyers (Citrix), Phil
Sellers (XenTegra)
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Welcome to 'The Citrix Session,' where we bring you the latest in
Citrix technologies and solutions. Hosted by XenTegra, this
podcast dives deep into the world of Citrix digital workspace
solutions, exploring everything from virtual apps and desktops to
networking and security. Join us each episode as we discuss best
practices, new features, and expert strategies to optimize your
Citrix environment and enhance your user experience. Whether
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