

VMware Horizon has always been available in any of two license models: named user (NU) and concurrent connection user (CCU). This article takes a detailed look at the different VMware Horizon 8 models and their license types. VMware also announced a change in the VMware Horizon 8 licensing types in mid-2021. Released in late 2021, the latest VMware Horizon 8 version touts new features, including an improved image-cloning technique, closer integration with security tools, a virtual environment optimization tool for Windows, on-demand application delivery, support for user profiles on Microsoft OneDrive, and recording support for RDSH (Remote Desktop Session Hosts) applications. VMware Horizon is a virtual desktop and application delivery platform.
