Citrix - "Shifting" Focus

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This is the smart move for Citrix. Being a major player in server virtualization was never in the cards for them. For one thing, Citrix is missing the equivalent of VMware Virtual Center and Virtual Iron's Virtualization Manager - which is requisite for true server virtualization. Additionally, their whole business model is around desktop solutions and leveraging this is the right thing for them to do. Another factor that must be considered in the Citrix 'shift' is Microsoft and the MS Hyper-V solution. Does Citrix really want to compete head-to-head with their biggest strategic partner? Citrix probably won't agree and will deny that they are 'shifting' away from server virtualization. But keep your eyes open. I predict that their actions going forward will fortify my analysis.

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