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Introduction to virtualization and how tos
Benefits of VMs include workload mobility and fast duplication
VMs, whether created by Type 1 or Type 2 hypervisors, offer many benefits in a virtualization project. Potential disadvantages include performance and resource consumption. Continue Reading
How do I find a VM host computer in a Microsoft or VMware environment?
Virtualization offers many advantages by abstracting workloads from hardware, but you may still need to find the VM host computer. You can do so using these queries and commands. Continue Reading
Prove you're an expert on the different hypervisor types
Type 1 and Type 2 hypervisors are different animals with specific use cases, advantages and disadvantages. How well do you know the technology? Take this quiz to find out. Continue Reading
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Expert advice for companies hesitant to implement virtualization
Matthew Portnoy, author of Virtualization Essentials, 2nd Edition, answers our questions about virtualization basics and implementation best practices. Continue Reading
How to buy a server virtualization management tool for your company
Looking to buy a virtualization management tool? Expert Brien Posey details what criteria to consider so you choose the most effective product for your company. Continue Reading
Do application containers on the same host compete for resources?
How do containers improve efficiency or consolidation, and do containers on the same host compete with each other for resources?Continue Reading
Server virtualization trends will de-emphasize hypervisor in 2016
Now that the door has closed on 2015, our advisory board experts weigh in on server virtualization trends and offer predictions for what they expect in 2016.Continue Reading
Microsoft Nano Server, VMware VSAN and others stand out in 2015
From the container revolution to new solutions for common virtual machine problems, the server virtualization market continues to thrive. Join us as we look back at these top tips from 2015.Continue Reading
Choosing storage back end for open source virtualization environments
When setting up open source virtualization environments, users should consider the benefits of both VM files and physical devices for optimal storage back end.Continue Reading
First step in a virtualization design: Understand the layers
There are many design factors to consider when creating your virtual infrastructure that can help you build a robust deployment and prevent future problems.Continue Reading
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Hyper-convergence, vRealize among top terms of 2014
2014 is coming to a close, but there were plenty of product and technology definitions that stood out this year, including 'vRealize,' 'containers' and more.Continue Reading
How the Hyper-V architecture differs from VMware ESXi
Microsoft Hyper-V and VMware ESXi are both Type 1 hypervisors, but they have key architectural differences you should know about.Continue Reading
OVirt vs. RHEV: Are they interchangeable?
If you wonder about the difference between RHEV 3.1 and oVirt 3.1, you're not alone. We asked an expert to clear up any oVirt vs. RHEV confusion.Continue Reading
Proceed with caution: Multi-hypervisor management tools
If you’re considering a heterogeneous virtualization shop, don’t count on multi-hypervisor management tools to solve all of your administration woes.Continue Reading
Asking stupid questions can lead to server virtualization success
Stupid questions are rarely stupid. In fact, asking stupid questions can challenge the status quo, leading to better results in the data center.Continue Reading