Editors' Picks
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Applying VCDX principles for a better VMware architecture and operations
VCDX certification isn't practical for most VMware admins and architects, but VCDX principles about VMware architecture apply to vSphere operations.13 Jun 2013
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Analyzing VMware vSphere cost and benefits for a small business
The free VMware vSphere Hypervisor might seem like the perfect virtualization tool for SMB IT. But spending the money for vSphere Essentials pays off.12 Jun 2013
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Fine-tuning host and VM high availability in a vSphere deployment
VMware vSphere High Availability ensures host and VM uptime. You can set VM monitoring, constraints and other thresholds for HA with a few clicks.04 Jun 2013
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Making the case for virtualizing business-critical applications
Virtualizing business-critical applications like Oracle Database will reduce risk and effort. Here's how to win converts to database virtualization.03 Jun 2013
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The hidden culprit behind slow vSphere performance -- and how to fix it
If you find vSphere performance deteriorating, unintentional resource limits on VMs could be to blame. The good news? They're easy to remove.29 May 2013
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The iSCSI versus NFS debate: Configuring storage protocols in vSphere
For performance rivaling Fibre Channel, you can bet on iSCSI or NFS. But one protocol has the edge when it comes to ease of configuration in vSphere.24 May 2013
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VMware vCloud Director evaluation guide: Five use cases to consider
VMware vCloud Director brings cloud computing features to vSphere shops, but it's a significant investment that warrants serious evaluation first.22 May 2013
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Making Citrix XenDesktop play nice with a VMware hypervisor
You can run XenDesktop on a VMware hypervisor, but what does that entail? Learn how clustering and vCenter Server work in a mixed VDI environment.17 May 2013
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Parsing the use of vSphere vs. ESXi to describe VMware virtualization
VMware's virtualization hypervisor goes by ESX/ESXi and vSphere. The difference in when to use ESXi vs. vSphere terms is subtle.13 May 2013
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VMware administrator jobs call for vSphere know-how, cloud readiness
VSphere experience is a must-have in job listings for VMware administrators, but vCloud and Hyper-V know-how are on hiring managers' wish lists too.09 May 2013
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How to set up a home vSphere lab using a nested hypervisor
A vSphere lab created with a nested hypervisor can be more stable with less overhead than a similar home lab on a hosted hypervisor like Workstation.06 May 2013
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Private cloud management software: VMware vCloud Director vs. vCenter
SingleHop explains why it chose VMware vCenter over vCloud Director for its private cloud management software, and why enterprises like private cloud.25 Apr 2013
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Defining a strategy for using virtual switches in your network
As you plan a strategy to up the number of virtual switches in your network, brush up on distributed and non-distributed virtual switch choices.24 Apr 2013
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VMware IaaS: Converting from virtualization to a software-defined data center
From vSphere virtualization to VMware Iaas: Read how data centers look before and after the adoption of a vCloud software-defined data center.23 Apr 2013
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VMware pricing under fire from Hyper-V, cloud
VMware customers can use the emergence of Hyper-V and other competitors to get better deals. If not, adopting these platforms is now a viable option.19 Apr 2013
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Multi-hypervisor environments: Making it work or not worth the work?
There are potential benefits to running a multi-hypervisor environment but are they worth the management challenges?18 Apr 2013
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Private clouds considered a detour on the road to public cloud
Private cloud has its benefits, but some say the cost of maintaining a data center should dissuade companies from investing in more infrastructure.18 Apr 2013
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Analyzing recent developments in the backup software market
Switching backup software products can be a hassle, so it helps to know your options. This article looks at changes in the backup software market.18 Apr 2013
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VMware quiz: Do you know vMotion requirements for network, storage?
VMware vMotion enables live migration of virtual machines between ESXi hosts. Test yourself on vMotion's network requirements, storage rules and more.17 Apr 2013
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VMware command line options to keep in your ESXi toolbox
The vSphere Client works great for some tasks, but repetitive mass actions call for scripts. And, you have options in the VMware command line toolbox.16 Apr 2013