Features

Features

• Software license management for virtual environments and the cloud

  Understanding software licensing and support policies for virtualized and cloud environments is a key requirement for all virtualization projects.  Continue Reading

• Virtualization errors happen to everyone

  Even top experts make mistakes when it comes to installing and managing server virtualization. As Halloween approaches, our Advisory Board members share their horror stories.  Continue Reading

• Use virtualization technology training, conferences to develop skills

  Virtualization technology training courses and certifications can help you develop your skills, as can attending virtualization conferences, our Advisory Board members say.  Continue Reading

• Xen vs. KVM Linux virtualization hypervisors

  Which side wins in the Xen vs. KVM Linux virtualization hypervisor debate? Two IT experts weigh-in with their Xen-KVM comparisons.  Continue Reading

• Blades vs. rack servers for virtualization

  In this face-off, two veteran IT professionals debate blade vs. rack-mount servers, explaining the strengths and weaknesses of each in relation to virtual environments.  Continue Reading

• Should I get certified for virtualization?

  Two experts discuss the drawbacks and benefits of server virtualization certifications, including the proper weight that should be given to both certifications and experience.  Continue Reading

• Hyper-V R2's 'boatload' of new features

  Microsoft's Hyper-V R2 virtualization has a 'boatload' of new features. A virtualization expert discusses two standouts: Cluster Shared Volumes and Live Migration.  Continue Reading

• Keeping up with virtual data center compliance

  Virtual infrastructure provides an additional layer of complexity for organizations that need to maintain compliance. Learn how to follow the rules using today’s technology.  Continue Reading

• 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.  Continue Reading

• Third-party server virtualization management vs. platform vendors' tools

  For server virtualization management tools, should you go with virtualization management software from VMware and Microsoft or third-party management? Our Advisory Board weighs in.  Continue Reading

• VMworld 2009 conference coverage

  Check out all the news, product announcements and video interviews from the VMworld 2009 conference covered by SearchServerVirtualization.com and SearchVMware.com.  Continue Reading

• Deep dive into virtual networking technologies

  New and emerging virtual networking technologies offer better options for deploying and managing virtual infrastructure networking.  Continue Reading

• Server, desktop virtualization management tools: Mix at your own risk

  Combining server and desktop virtualization management tools offers benefits but also creates hassles, our Server Virtualization Advisory Board members say.  Continue Reading

• Cloud computing business model raises security, maturity concerns

  Businesses are taking a cautious approach to adopting the cloud computing model, according to members of our Server Virtualization Advisory Board.  Continue Reading

• Virtualizing desktops: Getting the most out of your server, storage and network

  Plan ahead with a virtual desktop infrastructure strategy that will yield more bang for the buck.  Continue Reading