Another potential benefit of desktop virtualization that interests me is the benefit of enhanced security.

I envision a strategy where all data is stored on the servers and never on pc’s, laptops or other mobile devices.

I like the idea that end users can not install applications on said devices; thereby greatly enhancing the security of company information resources.

If a device is lost or stolen – no data is lost.

Authentication methodoligies could also be added to the mix so that if a device is misplaced, an authorized user could not login to secure information resources.

Applications could be centrally managed and locked down for security.

These security benefits might be especially compelling in environments with compliance constraints such as finance or healthcare.

There’s my two cents.

What do you think?