Configure and Access Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
Configure AVD Host Pool for User Access and Connect to AVD using Web-based Remote Desktop Client in this hands-on lab.

Lab overview
Application groups in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) are fundamental components that control how users access virtualized resources. These groups act as containers for remote applications or full desktops and provide the essential mechanism for managing user permissions. Understanding how to manage application groups and user assignments is a critical skill for Azure administrators, as it directly impacts how end users access their virtual desktop environment.
In this lab, you will learn how to manage user access in an Azure Virtual Desktop environment. You'll work with a pre-configured environment that includes all necessary infrastructure components, focusing specifically on assigning users to application groups and accessing resources through the web client.
Objectives
Upon completion of this Beginner level lab, you will be able to:
- Assign users to Azure Virtual Desktop application groups
- Access Azure Virtual Desktop resources through the web client
- Understand the relationship between application groups and user access
- Navigate the Azure Virtual Desktop management interface
Who is this lab for?
This lab is designed for:
- Azure Administrators new to Virtual Desktop management
- IT Professionals learning cloud-based desktop virtualization
- System Administrators transitioning to cloud services
- Technical professionals wanting to understand AVD user management
- Cloud Engineers implementing remote access solutions
Verified against your live environment
An automated validation engine inspects your actual resources and configurations as you work. Completion means the task was performed — not multiple choice, real-world proficiency.
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Environment
Every lab includes
- Real environment, pre-credentialed
- Automated checks on every step
- Isolated sandbox, auto cleanup
- AI-recommended next steps
Lab curriculum
- 01
Logging into Azure Account using Azure Portal
- 02
Assigning User to Application Group
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