VMware virtualization

New & Notable

Download this free guide

Free Download: Type 1 vs. Type 2 Hypervisors

In this guide, our senior tech editor Stephen Bigelow explains the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 hypervisors. You’ll also find additional learning materials including a Nutanix Community Edition installation starter guide and more.

Corporate E-mail Address:
You forgot to provide an Email Address.
This email address doesn’t appear to be valid.
This email address is already registered. Please login.
You have exceeded the maximum character limit.
Please provide a Corporate E-mail Address.
- I agree to TechTarget’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and the transfer of my information to the United States for processing to provide me with relevant information as described in our Privacy Policy.
Please check the box if you want to proceed.
- I agree to my information being processed by TechTarget and its Partners to contact me via phone, email, or other means regarding information relevant to my professional interests. I may unsubscribe at any time.
Please check the box if you want to proceed.

VMware virtualization News

September 30, 2020 30 Sep'20
Dell EMC, Pure embrace VMware storage innovations

VMware Site Recovery Manager for Virtual Volumes lets customers replicate VMs with Dell EMC PowerMax snapshots. VMware storage management includes Tanzu for Kubernetes clusters.
August 28, 2020 28 Aug'20
Dell EMC storage revenue slides as IT spending contracts

The Dell storage subsidiary reported a revenue decline last quarter. PowerMax and VxRail were the bright spots in Dell EMC storage. New PowerStore is expected to ramp sales in 2022.
February 05, 2020 05 Feb'20
VMware licensing change limits CPUs to 32 cores

VMware moved its per-CPU licensing plan closer to competitors' per-core licensing plans by requiring one license for CPUs with 32 cores.
September 17, 2019 17 Sep'19
Dell Technologies’ evolution offers hints of its future

Dell’s evolution has led the company from PCs to servers, storage and virtualization. Here, Dell’s storage CTO describes what could come next.

VMware virtualization Get Started

Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content

Top considerations for VMware GPU virtualization

Virtualizing GPUs is not easy without the proper considerations. In VMware environments, admins should consider licensing, resource requirements and hardware capabilities. Continue Reading
Master VMware templates for VM creation and management

Admins who use vSphere and VM templates can improve VM operations and increase data center efficiency through configuration and management best practices. Continue Reading
What to consider before you install vCloud Connector

VMware vCC requires a handful of prerequisites before you can deploy it. Install vCC once you have the correct processors, memory, network controllers and software. Continue Reading

Evaluate VMware virtualization Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

VM performance monitoring tools boost infrastructure insights

Learn how virtualization management and monitoring tools from ManageEngine, SolarWinds and Veeam compare when it comes to features that address system health and performance. Continue Reading
VMware product overview: Virtualization and end-user computing

Confused by VMware's extensive product line? This guide examines VMware products and features to help admins identify whether VMware suits their workloads. Continue Reading
Azure VMware Solution next gen offers easier migrations

VMware and Microsoft's partnership presents the next evolution of their Azure-VMware integration, which offers the ability to migrate VMware environments to the Azure platform. Continue Reading

Manage VMware virtualization

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Nvidia helps conceptualize VMware GPU virtualization

Nvidia and VMware announced a plan to bring vGPUs to VMware Cloud on AWS, which will provide customers with more options for implementing GPU-accelerated workloads. Continue Reading
Consider compute and storage before a vSphere 6.7 upgrade

Compatibility issues can arise during a VMware infrastructure upgrade. Consider HCI platforms and vSAN when looking to upgrade, and know your storage and compute lifecycles. Continue Reading
VMware Workstation 15's built-in REST API eases VM automation

You can use Workstation 15's new REST API to automate VM tasks. Simply enable the GUI and sort tasks with a PowerShell script using either the get or put method. Continue Reading

Problem Solve VMware virtualization Issues

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

How to keep VM sprawl in check

Virtualization improves hardware use, but the pendulum can swing the other way and result in an overallocation of resources. Here's how to maintain the balance. Continue Reading
Top 25 VMware ESXi commands

This VMware ESXi command line cheat sheet is a must-have resource for IT professionals who maintain and troubleshoot ESXi. Continue Reading
How to install ESXi on a USB drive and why you should

With just a USB flash drive and an ISO image, you can install VMware ESXi. Learn how this can save you time and money, as well as two methods for installation. Continue Reading