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Deploy and scale your Windows desktops and apps on Azure in minutes, and get built-in security and compliance features. Show More * * * ### 44.0 Nps Score Already have Azure Virtual Desktop? ### All Azure Virtual Desktop Discussions Search Most CommentedMost HelpfulPinned by G2Newest All DiscussionsDiscussions with CommentsPinned by G2Discussions without Comments FilterFilter Filter byExpand/Collapse Sort by Most Commented Most Helpful Pinned by G2 Newest Filter by All Discussions Discussions with Comments Pinned by G2 Discussions without Comments ![Pinned by G2 as a common question](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Pinned by G2 as a common question") G2 Pinned by G2 as a common question • over 3 years ago More Options - [ # What do virtual desktops allow you to do? ](/discussions/what-do-virtual-desktops-allow-you-to-do) What do virtual desktops allow you to do? 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