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## [Getting the Best Desktop Virtualization Experience for CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2014/12/10/getting-the-best-desktop-virtualization-experience-for-cad)

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 Dec 10, 2014, 9:45:54 AM

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Desktop virtualization technology has advanced greatly in recent years and is beginning to offer the robust performance, superior graphics, and quick response times required by users of CAD and other compute-intensive applications. On top of those benefits, virtualization brings other benefits to the CAD user. For instance, virtualization allows remote workers to do their jobs anywhere while maintaining a high level of security for the data stored back on site. It is also perfect for remote file viewing and collaboration, as the speed issue isn't as bothersome as it is during the actual work process. With the right tools, you can create a virtualized CAD experience that is as good as a desktop CAD workstation. Here's how.

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