The purpose of this thesis was to install and deploy Citrix XenDesktop 7.12 virtual desktop solution, explore and test the system’s functionalities.

The thesis describes what virtualization is, what are its benefits and disadvantages as well as an overview of virtualization techniques. Also, brief what is a virtual machine and how it's structured. Besides Citrix XenDesktop structure and features also introduce Citrix XenApp and Citrix XenServer virtualization platform.

The entire system was virtualized using one physical computer. All servers required by the XenDesktop was created using VMware Workstation virtualization software. Virtual machines were isolated into own virtual network without access to public network.

XenDesktop environment was implemented in several ways which aren't suitable for production environment but only for testing purposes. The system's full potential with all features couldn't be tested nevertheless the work did give very good experience regarding the system's functionalities and usability.