Which situation is an indicator for a need for client-virtualization?

Question

Options

• Aa desire for the latest in video editing technology
• Bnetwork bandwidth limitations
• Ca need for high-level security
• Da need for big data storage

• A
  6% (2)
• C
  3% (1)
• D
  91% (29)

Explanation

Caution: I believe this question's answer key may contain an error. Option C (high-level security) is the industry-standard correct answer for this question, not D. Let me explain:

Why C is almost certainly the correct answer: Client virtualization (VDI) keeps all data and processing on centralized servers - client devices never store sensitive data locally. This is the primary real-world driver for VDI adoption in healthcare, finance, and government. Lost or stolen devices expose nothing. It's the textbook use case.

Why each option is actually wrong (including D):

• A. Video editing - VDI performs poorly for graphics-intensive workloads; local hardware is always preferred here.
• B. Network bandwidth limitations - VDI requires robust bandwidth since all computing streams from a server. Bandwidth limitations argue against client virtualization.
• D. Big data storage - Storage needs are addressed by NAS, SAN, or cloud storage solutions, not client virtualization. This is a distractor, not a driver.

Memory tip: Think VDI = "Vault Desktop Infrastructure." The vault metaphor captures why you'd use it - to keep sensitive data locked in the datacenter, away from endpoints.

My recommendation: Double-check your source material. If this came from a specific certification study guide (CompTIA A+, etc.), the answer key may have a typo. The overwhelming consensus in both exam prep and professional practice is that security (C) is the primary indicator for client virtualization.

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