The LibraryApps VDI will shut down permanently on December 5, 2025.
Based on an analysis of use and user needs, Yale Library is sunsetting this service. While this service has been well received and has filled a needed gap, we recognize that researchers will be better served by environments tailored to their needs with right-sized computing and appropriate software and storage.
No new users will be added to the system after August 1, 2025. Existing users will have access to the system until December 5, 2025.
Access to software and computing on public computers in libraries will remain unchanged. Please consult your departments , Yale ITS or the software library for alternative computing and software solutions.
LibraryApps is a virtual desktop environment provided by Yale Library to facilitate computing for researchers. It provides access to a Windows based environment containing Yale licensed software.
Technical specs:
Storage:
You cannot store data on this environment. You can map to a Storage@Yale location, OneDrive, or other web based storage. Contact ITS for storage questions and solutions.
Number of Users:
YaleLibraryApps supports up to 10 concurrent users.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance occurs on the first Sunday of each month between 6-10 am ET. Hardware and software will be updated periodically. We will make every effort to inform connected users if the service needs to be restarted.
Requesting access: Please use this form
Logging in: From the Remote Desktop application, select the LibraryApps icon.
Logging out: Please disconnect from LibraryApps when you are not running a program.
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