Software Virtualization: Accommodating the BYOE Revolution

Nearly all of Loyola Marymount University's students (99%) have laptops and register an average of three mobile devices each year on the wireless network. To meet demands for specialized software-available wherever, whenever, and on whatever platform a user wants-we initially developed a virtual desktop infrastructure, which became limiting due to software and licensing restrictions. Virtualizing the software that students need holds more promise for our BYOE environment. In this highly interactive session, participants will share their ideas and solutions.

OUTCOMES:
Explore the different types of virtualization available as well as their limitations and benefits * Gather ideas on how to gain campus-wide support for launching virtual machines or software * Understand the technical and academic pitfalls and benefits of using software virtualization