Adobe Premiere Pro Virtual Desktop Deployment on AWS.

I have tried this setup locally using a mainframe-style configuration. The biggest hurdle has always been maintaining a stable network connection. In my experience, AWS consistently has occasional connection hitches—it's not 100% stable, more like 85%.

From a budget standpoint, running a high-end VDI often ends up costing more than building your own system and setting up remote access to it.

Other drawbacks include security concerns and file management challenges.

On the positive side, you can access the system from almost anywhere, but this requires a reliable internet connection and a decent PC to connect from.

I also tested HP Anyware, but they tend to be strict when it comes to Adobe applications. After Effects, for example, never ran smoothly—it actually performed better on my local laptop. HP Anyware seems more suited for running office applications or QuickBooks.

If you're purchasing a $1,200 laptop, a $300 dock, a $200 display, plus a mouse and keyboard, and then paying $150–$300 per month for a powerful VDI, you could essentially cover the cost of a $3,000 high-performance laptop in about two years—and you'd have the hardware in hand, without relying on constant internet access.

In conclusion, I believe VDI systems are not yet a viable solution for this type of remote creative work. The technology shows promise, but it's not quite there for demanding tasks like video editing and motion graphics.