Hosted Desktop vs Local: Which is Best For Your Business?
7th December 2021
Cloud services have really come into their own over the last few years. Businesses can now leverage cloud-based SaaS (software as a service) to access advanced IT capabilities without shouldering the costs of investing internally in new hardware or personnel training. Similarly, they can utilise a hosted Desktop (also known as Desktop as a Service or DaaS) to add a workspace to their network without having to shoulder the costs of purchasing and maintaining a new computer. But how do you know which option is best for your business? To make that decision, you need to know what hosted desktops have to offer over local ones.
Freedom from hardware worries
Businesses pay a monthly fee for hosted desktops, which they agree to when signing up with a DaaS provider. But local desktops also have numerous ongoing costs associated with them. For example, they cost money to run, need periodic upgrades, and need to be set up and configured to connect to the business' network.
With a hosted desktop, you can free yourself from these concerns. The DaaS provider will take care of everything.
A more agile office
Before the covid-19 pandemic, businesses around the world were beginning to experiment with using remote workers. Now, remote working is common, and many companies and employees prefer it.
Employees can access hosted desktops from anywhere because they are cloud-based. Hosted desktops make the process seamless if your office needs to move to remote working at short notice. They also enable 24/7 access to your network at no extra cost to you.
Enhanced security
Cybersecurity should be a priority for any business. Hackers are no longer restricting themselves to prominent multinational corporations; they frequently target SMEs. Any business with weak network security is going to make a tempting target.
When you use hosted desktops from a reputable provider, you benefit from their stringent security protocols. Their business depends on their ability to provide a secure and reliable service, which is a strong incentive for them to invest in robust cybersecurity.
Hosted desktops have a lot to offer. SMEs and large corporations alike are using them to streamline their spending and improve the agility of their workforce.
If you think hosted desktops are right for your business and you want to find out more, get in touch with the Host My Office team today.
