Convergence+of+1to1+and+Virtualization



=Convergence of 1to1 and Virtualization:= =Beyond Device Centric Deployments=

When it comes to 1to1 most districts are having difficulty seeing beyond the financial, technical, and management obstacles. Discover how the convergence of 1to1 computing and virtualization can break down many of those barriers and fast forward your project to success. This will share research reports and outline several new and emerging ‘best practices’ that could make 1:1 computing possible for the average school district. We’ll explore the various approaches to client virtualization in the marketplace with a comparative review of their strengths and weaknesses. Berj Akian, Founder, ClasLink

**Target Audience:** All, (although the conversation is geared more for school administrators) **Attendees recommended bringing laptop?** Sure. **Day / Time:** Tuesday, 2:30:00 PM - 3:30:00 PM  **Room:** T221

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**Challenges out there with 1to1.**
Not every school that wants 1to1 can afford 1to1. Some schools that already have 1to1 are looking at ways to expand/maintain the program with less cost. With the advent of netbooks, lots of existing computers in schools and even more computers in nearly all student homes, school administrators are redefining 1to1 to mean more than a new laptop device. School administrators are thinking of 1to1 to refer to the experience of accessing a personalized instructional desktop from any computer. Through client [|virtualization], this is possible.

Our focus is to share and discuss some of the instructional benefits and technological options behind 1to1 and client virtualization and how it can play a role with your 1to1 program.