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Is the virtualization hypervisor a commodity?
In server virtualization, the hypervisor makes the magic happen. But now that virtualization is so ubiquitous, is the hypervisor a commodity? Our advisory board members weigh in. Advisory Board
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Virtualization Decisions 2010 Purchasing Intentions Survey
VMware's still the king, and disaster recovery is still hot, but some of our Virtualization Decisions 2010 survey results may surprise you. Special Report
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IT vendor acquisitions: A blessing and a curse
There have been lots of IT acquisitions lately, with many affecting the virtualization market. When one IT vendor buys another, there are both pros and cons for customers. Advisory Board
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Virtualization technology licensing: Everything you need to know
Virtualization technology licensing is a convoluted process, even for IT veterans. This guide explains hypervisor pricing structures and how to obtain flexible contract terms. Learning Guide
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Virtual server deployment: A step-by-step guide
Virtual server deployment can seem like a daunting task, but this four-part guide will help you navigate the virtualization deployment waters like a pro. Learning Guide
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Microsoft and VMware study guide
Think you know Microsoft and VMware? Test your knowledge with this short quiz and get more resources on these market-leading virtualization platforms. Study Guide
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For VMware, applications market is out of comfort zone
The applications market is new to VMware, thanks to Zimbra. For VMware, applications could be a tough sell, Server Virtualization Advisory Board member Rob McShinsky argues. Advisory Board
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Open source virtualization vendor comparisons
This virtualization vendor comparison section compares Oracle VM with VMware, Xen with KVM and explains Xen's prevalence in numerous virtualization platforms. Learning Guide
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Open source guide to server virtualization platforms
This open source guide to virtualization platforms covers the major open source hypervisors and server virtualization environments with tips, articles, comparisons and podcasts. Learning Guide
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Mixed virtual environments catching on
Mixed virtual environments are growing in popularity, but be careful: Managing a heterogeneous virtual server environment can be a challenge. Special Report
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RHEV 3.1 to bring storage live migration, scalability
RHEV 3.1 will include storage live migration and other KVM virtualization management features that will give server virtualization users a viable alternative to Microsoft and VMware. News | 19 Jan 2012
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New tool emerges for multi-hypervisor management
Security software giant McAfee is one of a growing number of enterprises running VMware vSphere, Hyper-V and XenServer together. Here’s how it manages multiple hypervisors. News | 13 Jan 2012
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Virtualization management in 2012: All about multi-hypervisor
Virtualization management tools will increasingly support heterogeneous hypervisors, and there will be a number of acquisitions in this space next year, IT pros and experts predict. News | 04 Jan 2012
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Virtualization 2012: Hyper-V 3 vs. vSphere 5 showdown looms
If Hyper-V 3 comes to market as expected by the end of this year, users say it will give VMware’s vSphere 5 a run for its money -- literally. News | 03 Jan 2012
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VSphere 5, Xen top list of biggest server virtualization news stories
Part two of our top 10 server virtualization news stories of 2011 covers the release of VMware vSphere 5, the vSphere 5 licensing controversy and Linux support for Xen. News | 20 Dec 2011
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Top 10 server virtualization news stories of 2011
New technologies, new products and new controversies made headlines in 2011. Find out which made our list of the top server virtualization news. News | 20 Dec 2011
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Quest takes aim at VMware with VKernel acquisition
VKernel’s prowess in the capacity planning department will help Quest take on VMware’s vCenter Operations in the virtualization management market, experts say. News | 17 Nov 2011
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Open source hypervisors on VMware shops’ radars
Respondents in our 2011 Virtualization Decisions survey gave Citrix XenServer and Red Hat KVM a new look. News | 11 Oct 2011
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Shops seeking VMware alternatives face management problems
As the search for cost savings leads more VMware shops to Hyper-V and XenServer, IT pros learn that multi-hypervisor management is a tough nut to crack. News | 11 Oct 2011
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Microsoft Hyper-V gaining on VMware in the virtualization market
The virtualization market is more competitive, with Hyper-V gaining on VMware and XenServer doubling its market share, according to a recent survey. News | 07 Oct 2011
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Virtualization disaster recovery tools: No silver bullet solution
There’s a flood of virtualization disaster recovery tools available, but an effective DR plan may require a combination of technologies and products. Tip
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Choosing the right virtualization monitoring and management tools
There are a bevy of virtualization monitoring and management tools on the market, and your IT shop’s success hinges on finding the right one. Tip
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Comparing configuration and change management tools: What to look for
Configuration and change management affects capacity planning, DR and compliance. Find out which tools and features are available in the market. Tip
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Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization: Overview of RHEV-M, RHEV-H and RHEL
Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization consists of the RHEV-M console as well as RHEV-H and RHEL nodes. Understanding how they intertwine is the key to a successful RHEV deployment. Tip
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The multi-hypervisor management tool landscape
Multi-hypervisor management tools solve a growing need, as more organization run multiple platforms. But the options are few and far between. Tip
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Q&A: Cross-platform virtualization management
More data centers are running multiple virtualization platforms, but with this approach, virtualization management can get complicated. Q&A
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Top 10 hypervisors: Choosing the best hypervisor technology
To find the best hypervisor technology, first decide whether you want a hosted or bare-metal virtualization hypervisor. Tip
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Choosing a virtualization hypervisor: Eight factors to consider
Whether you choose a hosted or bare-metal hypervisor, consider performance, cost, reliability and more as you pick a virtualization hypervisor. Tip
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Hyper-V management tools: What VMware admins need to know
Hyper-V management tools, from Microsoft and its partners, are the crux of the virtualization platform. VMware admins should master these. Tip
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Open source Xen hypervisor in the Linux kernel: Does it matter?
The open source Xen hypervisor has fought hard, but KVM is the new top dog in open source virtualization. Tip
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What will the future hold for multi-hypervisor management?
Multi-hypervisor management sounds great, but the tools lack critical features. Our advisory board members discuss this market’s future and potential. Answer
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Will virtualization leave Linux behind?
Virtualization is having a positive impact on Windows based applications, but will it leave Linux behind? Bernard Golden weighs in with his thoughts in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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Threats to your virtualization initiative
Avoid threats that could hamper your virtualization initiative in this expert response from Scott Feuless. Ask the Expert
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Should you wait for Viridian to virtualize?
Waiting on Microsoft Viridian to hit the market so you can consolidate the servers in your data center? Ron Oglesby shares his thoughts on the subject in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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Amazon's EC2 model and database-intensive apps
Is the EC2 model a good option for virtualizing database-intensive applications? Ask the Expert
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Vendor won't support virtualized software
A company's vendor is saying they won't support their software if it's put on to a virtualized server. James Geis sorts through the fact and fiction of the situation in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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Free, open source virtualization
Looking for free, open source options for your data center? Bernard Golden offers some suggestions in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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So ... many ... choices!?!
How can you figure out which server virtualization solution is right for your organization? Expert Andrew Kutz offers some pointers, comparing the five leaders on six key criteria. Ask the Expert
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Type 2 hypervisor (hosted hypervisor)
A Type 2 hypervisor, also known as a hosted hypervisor, is a virtual machine manager that installs on top of a host's operating system (OS). Definition
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Hyper-V, XenServer catching up to VMware
Microsoft and Citrix have joined VMware as server virtualization leaders in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant. Hyper-V and XenServer are gaining with SMBs. Podcast
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Interview with VMware CIO Mark Egan: Acquisitions, apps and cloud
In this episode of This Week in Virtualization, VMware CIO Mark Egan talks cloud and Microsoft; plus, a preview of Citrix Synergy 2011 and news from Microsoft TechEd. Podcast
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The state of third-party support for Hyper-V
As Microsoft updates its own virtualization management product, third-party support for Hyper-V still lags behind VMware. Podcast
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SCVMM 2012 and Microsoft’s virtualization strategy
With System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2012, Microsoft ups its virtualization management game and sets its sights on VMware in the cloud computing market. Podcast
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Virtualization costs, features and management comparison
Get your frequently asked questions about virtualization costs, features and management answered in this podcast comparing VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V. Podcast
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XenApp, XenDesktop drive XenServer growth
Citrix XenServer is the fastest-growing hypervisor on the market, thanks to the popularity of XenApp and XenDesktop. But that's not the only reason for XenServer's recent momentum. Podcast
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The evolution of VMware's strategy
As VMworld 2010 approaches, VMware finds itself up against new challenges in the server virtualization, desktop virtualization and cloud computing markets. Podcast
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Hyper-V vs. VMware evolves with new releases
Microsoft released the Hyper-V R2 SP1 beta and VMware launched vSphere 4.1 in the same week, kicking off the latest round in the fight for server virtualization market supremacy. Podcast
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Microsoft server virtualization products make waves in 2009
Hyper-V R2 changed the dynamics of the market this year. Find out what 2010 holds in store for Microsoft server virtualization and get a recap of the top news stories of 2009. Podcast
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Hyper-V may gain server virtualization market share vs. VMware
VMware's server virtualization market share could go down as the XenServer and Hyper-V vs. VMware battle heats up. Get the latest in this edition of This Week in Virtualization. Podcast
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Virtualization disaster recovery tools: No silver bullet solution
There’s a flood of virtualization disaster recovery tools available, but an effective DR plan may require a combination of technologies and products. Tip
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Choosing the right virtualization monitoring and management tools
There are a bevy of virtualization monitoring and management tools on the market, and your IT shop’s success hinges on finding the right one. Tip
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Comparing configuration and change management tools: What to look for
Configuration and change management affects capacity planning, DR and compliance. Find out which tools and features are available in the market. Tip
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What will the future hold for multi-hypervisor management?
Multi-hypervisor management sounds great, but the tools lack critical features. Our advisory board members discuss this market’s future and potential. Answer
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RHEV 3.1 to bring storage live migration, scalability
RHEV 3.1 will include storage live migration and other KVM virtualization management features that will give server virtualization users a viable alternative to Microsoft and VMware. News
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Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization: Overview of RHEV-M, RHEV-H and RHEL
Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization consists of the RHEV-M console as well as RHEV-H and RHEL nodes. Understanding how they intertwine is the key to a successful RHEV deployment. Tip
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New tool emerges for multi-hypervisor management
Security software giant McAfee is one of a growing number of enterprises running VMware vSphere, Hyper-V and XenServer together. Here’s how it manages multiple hypervisors. News
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Products of the Year 2011: Virtualization management
These are the Products of the Year 2011 winners in the virtualization management category. Feature
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Products of the Year 2011: Virtualization security
These are the Products of the Year 2011 winners in the desktop virtualization category. Feature
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Products of the Year 2011: Hardware for virtualization
These are the Products of the Year 2011 winners in the hardware for virtualization category. Feature
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About Virtualization vendor comparisons
How do you know whether to choose VMware vs. Hyper-V vs. XenServer vs. other platforms, such as Red Hat KVM or Oracle VM? This section on virtualization technology comparisons sorts out the various pros and cons of available hypervisors, management tools on the basis of performance, reliability, interoperability cost and more.