Virtualization Strategies for the CIO-
How promiscuous mode affects virtual network security
Enabling promiscuous mode could spell doom for your virtual network security, especially if inexperienced IT pros are at the helm. So take caution.
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Dynamic Memory improvements in Hyper-V 3.0
With Dynamic Memory in Hyper-V 3.0, a new minimum-memory setting and second-level paging may yield increased consolidation ratios for IT shops.
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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.
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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.
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How to recognize and prevent a hypervisor attack
A hypervisor attack can hand hackers the keys to your virtual kingdom. But, with the proper precautions and tools, you can minimize the risk.
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Hypervisor security vulnerabilities to watch out for
Virtualization and hypervisor security vulnerabilities are a real threat to organizations, and physical security tools may not help your efforts.
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Maximizing efficiency with converged infrastructure
Converged infrastructure hardware can make an IT pro’s little easier. The robust management capabilities alone can boost data center efficiency.
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New Microsoft private cloud certification in the works
Mum's the word on the new Microsoft private cloud certification. But here’s what we do know…
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PowerShell v3 in Hyper-V 3.0: New command-line fun
Deep in the weeds of the impending Hyper-V 3.0 release is PowerShell v3, which offers new management features for command-line junkies.
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Why converged infrastructure is superior to white boxes
Converged infrastructure can be a powerful weapon in your arsenal to quell the virtualization performance bottlenecks caused by white box servers.
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Evaluating RHEV 3.0 in a test environment
RHEV 3.0 offers enterprise-grade features at low price point. To see if it’s right for your IT shop, you can build a small RHEV 3.0 test environment.
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Buyer’s guide: Virtualization backup tools
Virtualization backup tools have become a crucial investment for many IT shops. Choosing the right one requires an analysis of the features and cost.
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Buyer’s guide: Provisioning and automation tools
When choosing automation tools for your virtualization provisioning, carefully weigh all options to ensure that you get the most bang for your buck.
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Common storage and virtual machine snapshot challenges
Snapshots are a lifesaver, when used correctly. Just avoid the common storage and virtual machine snapshot pitfalls, so you can breathe easy.
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Demystifying storage and virtualization snapshots
Vendors have different definitions for storage and virtualization snapshots. Take the time to learn the differences, because they can be a lifesaver.
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Buyer’s guide: Virtual security appliances and tools
Virtual security appliances and tools keep the bad guys out. But vendors approach virtual security differently and not every tool may suit your needs.
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Installing Hyper-V 3.0 on a test server
Whether you prefer a GUI or the command line, installing and configuring Hyper-V 3.0 on a test server is a breeze.
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The hardware requirements for testing Hyper-V 3.0
Testing Hyper-V 3.0 is a no-brainer, considering the minimal hardware requirements. It will help you gain skills and experience before the release.
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Disaster recovery in a virtual world: No silver bullet
There’s a flood of virtualization disaster recovery tools available, but an effective DR plan may require a combination of technologies and products.
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Shedding light on Hyper-V 3.0 resource monitoring
Hyper-V 3.0 will feature new resource-monitoring capabilities, which will be a boon for multi-tenant environments that need to calculate chargeback.
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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.
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Ten ways to extend virtual host resources on the cheap
Virtual host resources are the lifeblood a virtualization project. Finding ways to extend them will promote growth, even during lean budgetary times.
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Configuring Internet Explorer for RHEV 3.0 management
Despite the hoopla over ditching Windows Server, RHEV 3.0 still requires Internet Explorer. But configuring IE doesn’t need to be a hassle.
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New virtual data center design options with Hyper-V 3.0
IT pros are presented with new virtual data center design options, thanks to new feature in Hyper-V 3.0. So which architecture will you choose?