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The virtual data center of tomorrow
Analysts say that the 16% of workloads currently running on virtual machines will grow to 50% by the end of 2012. In this month's issue, take a look at TechTarget's survey data to find out how organizations are planning for this explosive growth. Als... E-Zine
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Using virtualization to save data centers money
In Vol. 10 of Virtual Data Center, learn how to optimize data center hardware and avoid VM sprawl. Stephen J. Bigelow offers valuable advice for data center managers on how to use virtualization to save money. Andi Mann outlines basic virtual systems... E-Zine
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Three ways to boost server efficiency and avoid hypervisor contention
If your hypervisor isn't performing at its best, ask yourself these three questions to see if you should pay more attention to server efficiency. Feature
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Virtualization problems: When good deployments go bad
So you've rolled out virtualization and things are going smoothly. Think you're in the clear? Not so fast. Virtualization problems can strike at any time, and for many reasons. Guide
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VM sprawl: A threat to your virtual machine infrastructure
VM sprawl can make it a nightmare to manage your virtual machine infrastructure. Luckily, the Server Virtualization Advisory Board has some solutions to sprawl. Advisory Board
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Virtual server sprawl study guide
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of virtual server sprawl, and get more resources on the causes of and solutions to VM sprawl. Study Guide
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Virtualization Decisions 2009 Purchasing Intentions Survey results
VM deployments are on the rise, VMware and Microsoft have pulled away from the competition in the server virtualization market, and desktop virtualization is still catching on. Survey
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Troubleshooting virtualization complexity: Four experts weigh in
Four experts outline the major virtualization challenges, the pros and cons of various virtualization platforms and features and more in this panel discussion. Special Event
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Virtualization videocasts
This page offers a library of SearchServerVirtualization.com video interviews about the latest virtualization technologies, solutions for virtual environment management challenges and more. Virtualization Videocasts
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The future of virtualization: Areas for growth and concern
On the surface, the future of virtualization is bright. But, as more workloads are virtualized, new and complex infrastructure problems arise. Column | 25 Jul 2012
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Why did your virtualization implementation stall?
Your virtualization implementation can grid to a halt without the proper planning and support. Luckily, there are ways to overcome these hurdles and get back on track. Column | 23 Dec 2010
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Closing the VM sprawl floodgates
VM sprawl is the result of irresponsible server provisioning, so you need to implement stringent resource-allocation policies. Column | 18 Nov 2010
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VMware shops move to rein in VM sprawl
Left unchecked, demand for virtual machines can quickly outstrip IT's ability to deliver and manage them. Article | 28 Aug 2009
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Vizioncore vRanger 4.0 promises shorter backups: News in brief
In today's news in brief, Vizioncore re-architects vRanger 4.0 to speed backups, and more. Article | 08 Jul 2009
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Virtualization users beware: Sprawl is real
Virtual machines are quick and easy to create, leading to virtual machine sprawl in many data centers. Article | 10 Oct 2007
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VMware shop tames virtual sprawl with FastScale
FastScale Technology announced FastScale Virtual Manager, a complement to its FastScale Composer Suite. Article | 27 Aug 2007
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Virtual sprawl, softare maturity are virtualization hazards
Chris Wolf, instructor at ECPI Technical College and virtualization expert presented at the Data Center Decisions conference last week in Chicago. SearchDatacenter.com caught up with Wolf prior to the event for a Q&A on his topic, server virtualiz... Interview | 30 Oct 2006
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Networking and virtual server sprawl: The hidden costs of server virtualization, part two
To virtualize or not to virtualize? Before deciding, take a close look at this technology's hidden costs. Column | 28 Sep 2006
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VMware's Lin: VI3's resource pools a hit, VM sprawl a misconception
In this interview, VMware's Patrick Lin discusses aspects of the company's Virtual Infrastructure 3 product and debunks the idea of virtual machine sprawl being a major problem in the data center. Article | 24 Aug 2006
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Multi-hypervisor automation with the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
The free Microsoft Deployment Toolkit automates OS deployments across multiple hypervisor platforms, saving IT pros countless hours and headaches. Tip
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Defining an ideal virtual server consolidation ratio
Finding the best virtual server consolidation ratio is difficult, and larger, virtualization-friendly servers do not necessarily ease the process. Tip
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The best ways to control virtual machine sprawl
After virtual machine sprawl takes hold, all hope isn’t lost. There are ways to reclaim your environment and prevent VM sprawl from appearing again. Tip
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Mommy, where does VM sprawl come from?
VM sprawl creeps up on a data center. Before you can tackle the issue, it helps to understand how VM sprawl occurs and what it can do to an IT shop. Tip
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Automation tools for virtualization provisioning: Weighing the options
When choosing automation tools for your virtualization provisioning, carefully weigh all options to ensure that you get the most bang for your buck. Tip
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Server consolidation's final phase: VM monitoring and migration
Once you’ve gathered all your server consolidation project data, you’re ready to perform the virtual server migration. And don’t forget VM monitoring. Tip
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Avoiding CPU contention and bottlenecks
Bottlenecks can leave your VM twiddling its thumbs. Luckily, there are several techniques to prevent CPU contention and maximize performance. Tip
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Business application development in a virtual infrastructure
Virtualization may increase your need for business application updates, but it can also make application development easier. First, decide whether to use third-party development. Tip
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Virtualization challenges: Security, storage and VM sprawl
The deeper you get into a virtualization project, the more challenges you face. Virtualization security and backup management are some of the most common. Tip
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Curbing VM sprawl with server capacity planning, lifecycle management
VM sprawl is one of the most common virtualization problems. Server capacity planning and virtualization lifecycle management strategies can help prevent VM sprawl. Tip
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What are your biggest virtualization challenges?
Virtualization challenges are inherent to any deployment. If licensing, capacity planning and vendor bashing really grinds your gears, you’re not alone. Answer
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Virtual data center decisions: Should you go 100% virtual?
Our advisory board members offer their opinions on going 100% virtual, a pressing virtual data center decision now that hypervisors are more powerful. Answer
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Virtual sprawl
Learn why virtual sprawl is a problem in virtual environments and how it happens in this expert response from Scott Feuless. Ask the Expert
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Virtual machine sprawl prevention FAQs
Virtual machine sprawl can make a mess of your infrastructure. Learn what causes the problem and get tips on taming virtual machine sprawl in this podcast with expert Rick Vanover. Podcast
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Three ways to boost server efficiency and avoid hypervisor contention
If your hypervisor isn't performing at its best, ask yourself these three questions to see if you should pay more attention to server efficiency. Feature
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Multi-hypervisor automation with the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
The free Microsoft Deployment Toolkit automates OS deployments across multiple hypervisor platforms, saving IT pros countless hours and headaches. Tip
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The future of virtualization: Areas for growth and concern
On the surface, the future of virtualization is bright. But, as more workloads are virtualized, new and complex infrastructure problems arise. Column
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What are your biggest virtualization challenges?
Virtualization challenges are inherent to any deployment. If licensing, capacity planning and vendor bashing really grinds your gears, you’re not alone. Answer
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Virtual data center decisions: Should you go 100% virtual?
Our advisory board members offer their opinions on going 100% virtual, a pressing virtual data center decision now that hypervisors are more powerful. Answer
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Defining an ideal virtual server consolidation ratio
Finding the best virtual server consolidation ratio is difficult, and larger, virtualization-friendly servers do not necessarily ease the process. Tip
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The best ways to control virtual machine sprawl
After virtual machine sprawl takes hold, all hope isn’t lost. There are ways to reclaim your environment and prevent VM sprawl from appearing again. Tip
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Mommy, where does VM sprawl come from?
VM sprawl creeps up on a data center. Before you can tackle the issue, it helps to understand how VM sprawl occurs and what it can do to an IT shop. Tip
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Automation tools for virtualization provisioning: Weighing the options
When choosing automation tools for your virtualization provisioning, carefully weigh all options to ensure that you get the most bang for your buck. Tip
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Server consolidation's final phase: VM monitoring and migration
Once you’ve gathered all your server consolidation project data, you’re ready to perform the virtual server migration. And don’t forget VM monitoring. Tip
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