Virtualization

Learn how to manage and secure virtual environments, stay current on virtualization news, and discover best practices for getting the most out of desktop and server virtualization.

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ESG: Product Brief: Quest vRanger 5.3 brings enterprise-class VMware protection to SMB's

Posted May 25, 2012 - 9:45 am

Free paper: how virtualization impacts SMBs, and strategies for enterprise-class VMware protection
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vRanger Helps Cut Replication Time by Almost 70%

Posted May 25, 2012 - 9:45 am

There's a reason why more than 38,000 customers trust vRanger to protect their critical virtual data! In this Quest Software case study, see how vRanger helped Cornerstone Bancshares, Inc. cut replication time from days to minutes - and how this translated to real time and money savings.
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7 Myths about Backup & DR in Virtual Environments

Posted May 23, 2012 - 6:15 pm
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7 Expert Tips on VMware Backup

Posted May 23, 2012 - 6:15 pm
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How Can VM-Level Be Better Than Host-Level?

Posted May 23, 2012 - 6:15 pm
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Expert Guide on Backing up Windows Server in Hyper-V

Posted May 23, 2012 - 6:15 pm

Virtualization improves your infrastructure in many ways - it also introduces unfamiliar considerations. Take backup, replication and disaster recovery for example. The right backup and replication solution for Hyper-V can ensure that you'll be able to scale your infrastructure and protect yourself from data and application loss. But there are wrong choices to be made. Download this white paper from Microsoft MVP John Savill, avoid bad choices, and learn how to effectively protect your virtualized data and systems successfully.
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Top 10 Best Practices of Backup, Replication & Recovery for VMware & Hyper-V

Posted May 23, 2012 - 6:15 pm

Whether you are new to virtualization or if you have been administering a virtual infrastructure for a while, it's now time to review your virtual infrastructure backup design and backup product features. Determine if you are both optimally protecting your virtual infrastructure as well as taking advantage of the latest virtualization backup features. Read this white paper to learn the 10 best practices for virtual infrastructure backup.
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Top 5 Requirements for Backup of Servers

Posted May 23, 2012 - 6:15 pm

The majority of today's business computing environments already have both virtual and physical servers at the same time. This hybrid reality drives the need for protecting both virtual and physical environment needs. The following list of "Must-Have" requirements should serve as a basic roadmap for IT managers as virtualization use continues to outpace physical server utilization.
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Virtualizing the Client - The HP Way

Posted May 23, 2012 - 2:30 pm

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Converged Storage: Utility Storage - The Ideal Platform for Virtual and Cloud Computing

Posted May 23, 2012 - 2:30 pm

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IDG Tech Dossier: Converged Storage ~ A Next Gen Virtualized Architecture

Posted May 22, 2012 - 2:30 pm

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IDG Tech Dossier: Converged Storage ~ Utility Storage: The Ideal Platform for Virtual and Cloud Computing

Posted May 22, 2012 - 2:30 pm

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Nemertes Research PilotHouse Awards: Server for Virtualization

Posted May 21, 2012 - 3:33 pm
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Real Fabrics for a Virtual World

Posted May 21, 2012 - 3:33 pm
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Forrester on the Converged Infrastructure

Posted May 18, 2012 - 10:02 am

To understand infrastructure and operations (I&O) perceptions of converged infrastructure (CI), Forrester Consulting surveyed 200 I&O decision-makers from six different countries. Decision-makers were asked about their expectations of benefits and barriers to implementation of CI and those who have implemented CI were questioned on their actual experiences. This white paper reveals the results of this study and explains why Forrester believes that CI should be considered for any major infrastructure refresh or net new investment.
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A Comprehensive Framework for Securing Virtualized Data Centers

Posted May 18, 2012 - 10:02 am

Understand the real need for security solutions that can address the reality of expanding virtualization. You will also learn how HP TippingPoint's secure virtualization framework allows organizations to gain control of the virtual environment by introducing in-line security policy enforcement.
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IDG Tech Dossier: Converged Storage ~ A Next Gen Virtualized Architecture

Posted May 14, 2012 - 4:14 pm

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A Comprehensive Framework for Securing Virtualized Data Centers

Posted May 10, 2012 - 5:00 pm

Understand the real need for security solutions that can address the reality of expanding virtualization. You will also learn how HP TippingPoint's secure virtualization framework allows organizations to gain control of the virtual environment by introducing in-line security policy enforcement.
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Forrester on the Converged Infrastructure

Posted May 10, 2012 - 3:50 pm

To understand infrastructure and operations (I&O) perceptions of converged infrastructure (CI), Forrester Consulting surveyed 200 I&O decision-makers from six different countries. Decision-makers were asked about their expectations of benefits and barriers to implementation of CI and those who have implemented CI were questioned on their actual experiences. This white paper reveals the results of this study and explains why Forrester believes that CI should be considered for any major infrastructure refresh or net new investment.
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A Framework for Securing Virtualized Data Centers

Posted May 10, 2012 - 3:50 pm

Understand the real need for security solutions that can address the reality of expanding virtualization. You will also learn how HP TippingPoint's secure virtualization framework allows organizations to gain control of the virtual environment by introducing in-line security policy enforcement.
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Nemertes Research PilotHouse Awards: Server for Virtualization

Posted May 8, 2012 - 12:50 pm

The Nemertes Research PilotHouse Awards provide insight on the performance of technology vendors, according to feedback from IT decision makers who use their products or services. See which vendors were recognized for their servers built for virtualization.
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Real Fabrics for a Virtual World

Posted May 8, 2012 - 12:50 pm

Many factors influence what "ideal" approach organizations should take when planning to implement a fabric-based infrastructure policy. This presentation charts the likely evolution of the market for fabric-based infrastructures, to help IT leaders determine the most appropriate vendor approach.
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Virtualizing the Client - The HP Way

Posted May 7, 2012 - 3:40 pm

HP VirtualSystem delivers best-in-class virtualization, with integrated software, services, infrastructure, and management - all delivered as one proven solution.
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Using HP's Converged Storage to Develop/Enhance Business Resiliency in VMware Environments

Posted May 7, 2012 - 3:40 pm

In this report, Enterprise Strategy Group reviews how HP's portfolio of hardware, software, and services can provide the foundational support for VMware environments. When it comes to business continuity, HP Converged Storage streamlines virtualization initiatives, accelerating realization of the business benefits that contribute to IT's ability to maintain high service levels and customer satisfaction.
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Expert Tips for Consolidating Servers & Avoiding Sprawl

Posted May 6, 2012 - 11:00 pm

The combined computing demands of VMs can tax even the most powerful server. Cost-effectiveness doesn't mean excessive consolidation; rather, it means balancing workloads between multiple servers. This expert FAQ guide will help you to decide which servers and applications are candidates for virtualization.
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VirtualizationWhite Papers & Webcasts

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vRanger Helps Cut Replication Time by Almost 70%

There's a reason why more than 38,000 customers trust vRanger to protect their critical virtual data! In this Quest Software case study, see how vRanger helped Cornerstone Bancshares, Inc. cut replication time from days to minutes - and how this translated to real time and money savings.

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ESG: Product Brief: Quest vRanger 5.3 brings enterprise-class VMware protection to SMB's

Free paper: how virtualization impacts SMBs, and strategies for enterprise-class VMware protection

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Converged Storage: Utility Storage - The Ideal Platform for Virtual and Cloud Computing

Server virtualization has transformed corporate IT -- companies have enjoyed major cost savings and have gained flexibility and efficiency. But this has also led to a proliferation of virtual machines and servers that threaten to overwhelm data movement and storage technologies. In this IDG Tech Dossier, learn how utility storage makes for massive consolidation, flexibility and scalability, so IT departments can reduce storage infrastructure and lower costs while improving their ability to respond to fast-changing needs of business units.Intel and the Intel logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Virtualizing the Client - The HP Way

HP VirtualSystem delivers best-in-class virtualization, with integrated software, services, infrastructure, and management - all delivered as one proven solution.Intel and the Intel logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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