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virtual machine (VM)

A virtual machine (VM) is an operating system (OS) or application environment that is installed on software, which imitates dedicated hardware. Continue Reading
How to implement GPUs for high-performance computing

IT managers must take advantage of advances in virtualization technology, such as virtual GPUs, to efficiently manage increasingly complex data center operations. Continue Reading
Windows Server cluster sets add more protection to workloads

Microsoft stepped up its high availability game with its cluster sets technology in Windows Server 2019 to give on-premises workloads more cloudlike resiliency. Continue Reading

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What service does the Microsoft WSSD program provide?

A do-it-yourself approach with hyper-converged infrastructure can lead to trouble when software-defined features just won't work. See how the WSSD program can prevent issues. Continue Reading
How is the Microsoft SDDC concept becoming a reality?

The promise of a software-defined infrastructure and its ability to pool resources require the right administrative tool to keep the virtualized fabric from fraying. Continue Reading
VHPC is on the rise, but comes with its own challenges

Improved virtualization support has helped high-performance computing gain ground; even cloud service providers have expressed interest. But there are still issues to overcome. Continue Reading

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Windows Server 2008 end of life means it's time to move

Your organization has a few options to migrate from unsupported Windows Server 2008/2008 R2 systems to avoid becoming another cyberattack statistic. Continue Reading
7 HPC workload virtualization best practices

If you are running high-performance computing workloads in a virtual environment, use our handy checklist to see if you are optimizing your environment to its fullest. Continue Reading
Get organized with a VMware management cluster

Keep VMware tools, as well as select hardware and software, safe and organized with a management cluster. If an issue comes up, use it to bring systems back online. Continue Reading

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What are some potential Windows Server cluster set snags?

Windows Server 2019 cluster sets bring some Azure-like capabilities into the data center, but new features also bring new challenges for administrators. Continue Reading
Myths persist about virtualizing high performance computers

Recent evidence shows virtualization is a viable option for high performance computers today. Continue Reading
Four quick tips for troubleshooting Microsoft Hyper-V cluster problems

Having trouble with your Microsoft Hyper-V cluster? These troubleshooting tips can help you identify and fix the problem. Continue Reading