Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V) 4.6 is now available!

App-V 4.6 with Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Office 2010 delivers a seamless user experience, streamlined application deployment, and simplified application management.

  • Broadens the Windows platform coverage. App-V now supports 32-bit and 64-bit apps on 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems.
  • Office 2010 virtualized with App-V 4.6 delivers key productivity enhancements, a seamless user experience with SharePoint, Outlook, and more.
  • Optimizes Server Disk Storage when using App-V in VDI with a shared cache reduces storage requirements on SANs.
  • Increases IT control, user productivity, and security with key Windows 7 features. App-V integrates seamlessly with AppLocker, BranchCache, BitLocker, and BitLockerToGo.

App-V 4.6 can be deployed immediately to production environments and is available as part of the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack and Microsoft Application Virtualization for Terminal Services, and via MSDN.

Find guidance for IT professionals at the Windows TechCenter.

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Centralized Management, Scalable Infrastructure

Centralized Management, Scalable Infrastructure
Publish, deploy, and manage your virtual applications while leveraging your existing technology investments and software distribution processes.

Readily Accessible Applications

Readily Accessible Applications
Deliver applications that meet the needs of your users regardless of whether they are in the office, on the road, in a remote site, or holding a meeting at the local coffee shop.

Simplify Application Deployment, Reduce End User Interruptions

Simplify Application Deployment, Reduce End User Interruptions
Give your staff time back for other projects by reducing test cycles and delivering applications more quickly to your end users while providing seamless application updates that don’t require reboots.

Dynamic Application Virtualization

Dynamic Application Virtualization
Turn physical applications into virtual applications that are never installed but can seamlessly communicate with the local operating system, middleware, plug-ins, and other applications.

For additional understanding of the App-V infrastructure and virtualization see the Overview of App-V 4.6 Technologies.

Resources for users of earlier product versions: