We have to use these virtual desktops at school to use certain programs and I do not understand how they work. Is there a secret computer stored somewhere deep in the depths of one of our school? How many people can access the virtual desktop at one time? I checked the IP of my computer vs the remote desktop and they’re different. Basically, this “computer-ception” is hurting my brain.
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Yes there is another computer somewhere else (a server) that runs your virtual desktop. But each desktop is a virtual machine which means one physical server can simulate multiple separate computers. That server is more powerful and expensive than a normal computer but it can run many virtual desktops and is also stored in a secure location so the expensive machine with your important data stored on it doesn’t get broken, or stolen, and if it needs repairs it’s easy for your IT people to locate it and fix it. Also if it breaks some of the functions can often be transferred to a different server to minimize interruptions.
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