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Hosted virtualization hypervisors and use cases: The complete guide
Bare-metal virtualization isn’t the only thing out there. There’s also hosted virtualization, which is great for small infrastructures or testing environments. Tutorial
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Virtualization Decisions 2011 Purchasing Intentions Survey
Read the Virtualization Decisions 2011 Purchasing Intentions Survey to see the latest virtualization, data center and cloud computing trends. guide
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Server virtualization technology options: A face-off directory
When it comes to server virtualization technology, you have lots of options: ISCSI or NFS? Xen or KVM? Experts debate these options and more. GUIDE
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Open source guide to server virtualization platforms
This open source guide to virtualization platforms covers the major open source hypervisors and server virtualization environments with tips, articles, comparisons and podcasts. Learning Guide
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The Oracle VM virtualization platform
In this section, find out about Oracle VM, Oracle VM architecture, Oracle VM Templates and how Oracle VM compares with the competition. Learning Guide
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Special Report: VMworld 2006
It's here -- VMworld 2006, where all major virtualization players come together. We're there for the entire event, so check this page regularly for updates from Los Angeles. Special Report
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Oracle releases new Intel x86 servers against market headwinds
Oracle launches new x86 servers based on latest Intel Xeon chip a month after its release. Some analysts doubt Oracle can win HP and IBM customers. News | 10 Apr 2012
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VSphere 5 generally available: VMworld 2011 news in brief
VMware is kicking off its annual conference by shipping out its latest release; F5 supports Metro vMotion; VKernel rolls out vOperations Suite 4; VCE adds new Vblock for VDI. News | 29 Aug 2011
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Is Oracle VM 3.0 finally ready for prime time?
New scalability and management features in Oracle VM 3.0 make it a more serious contender, experts say, but the jury’s still out on whether users will consider OVM as a primary hypervisor. News | 24 Aug 2011
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Xangati beefs up free VMware monitoring tool: News in brief
Netuitive adds Hyper-V support; Syncsort offers 10 minute P2V through NetApp; Oracle releases Oracle VM for x86 version 2.2.2; HP adds VAAI support to entry-level disk array. News in brief | 24 Jun 2011
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Linux kernel to fully support Xen: Too little too late?
The mainline Linux kernel now supports Xen, but the KVM horse has left the barn, say experts. News | 07 Jun 2011
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VMware updates vSphere 4.1: Virtualization news in brief
VMware releases ESXi 4.1 Update 1; Red Hat and IBM hold the virtualization performance world record; HyTrust names VMware veteran new CEO and more news in brief. News | 11 Feb 2011
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Oracle rolls out VirtualBox 4.0: News in brief
Oracle rolls out VirtualBox 4.0; Citrix invests in GlassHouse Technologies and other news in brief. News in brief | 14 Jan 2011
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Oracle changes its tune about RAC on VMware
Oracle no longer explicitly excludes RAC from its support statement on VMware, but users say tech support isn't the biggest fish to fry when it comes to virtualizing Oracle apps. Article | 11 Nov 2010
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Oracle Open World updates: Virtualization news in brief
Oracle pre-installs Oracle VM Server on Sparc; and other news in brief. Article | 24 Sep 2010
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IT shops resist Oracle VM push
Oracle's leadership wants to steer customers toward its Xen-based hypervisor, but users are forging their own path with VMware's vSphere. Article | 07 Sep 2010
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Q&A;: Cross-platform virtualization management
More data centers are running multiple virtualization platforms, but with this approach, virtualization management can get complicated. Q&A;
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Top 10 hypervisors: Choosing the best hypervisor technology
To find the best hypervisor technology, first decide whether you want a hosted or bare-metal virtualization hypervisor. Tip
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Oracle virtualization 101: Installing Oracle VM Server and Manager
Hop in and take a test drive with Oracle VM. The Oracle virtualization platform is easy to install, but it involves three different components. Tip
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Creating virtual machines with Oracle VM VirtualBox 4
In Oracle VM VirtualBox 4, creating virtual machines is simple, and you have several options for hardware settings, memory and virtual NICs. Tip
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Oracle VM VirtualBox 4: An overview
It’s easy to overlook Oracle VM VirtualBox, with all the other hosted virtualization products out there. But your small environment can take advantage of many VirtualBox features. Tip
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Application support policies hinder virtualization
Some software vendors have restrictive application support policies to keep customers from virtualizing on competitors' platforms -- not because the technology won't work. Tip
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Open source virtualization software: Cost considerations
Enterprise-ready open source virtualization software comes with a cost. With this breakdown, you can determine the most complete option for your environment at the best price. Tip
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Open source server virtualization software guide
Open source server virtualization software comes in several variations. This introductory guide outlines the major open source virtualization software and their architecture, from Red Hat KVM, to Oracle VM. Tip
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Inside Oracle VM virtualization
This section of our guide on open source virtualization software, we delve into Oracle VM virtualization architecture. Tip
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Linux virtualization with Novell's SLES
Novell's SUSE Linux Enterprise Server offers its own flavor of Linux virtualization. In this section of our open source virtualization software guide, we explore SLES virtualization. Tip
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Should you wait for Viridian to virtualize?
Waiting on Microsoft Viridian to hit the market so you can consolidate the servers in your data center? Ron Oglesby shares his thoughts on the subject in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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VMware for Mac virtualization?
Will VMware dominate the Mac virtualization scene as well? Parallels was first, but according to our expert, that may not mean Parallels will reign supreme. Read this expert advice for his take on which vendor will come out on top. Ask the Expert
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Are vendors inflating virtualization capabilities?
This reader saw an article that said vendors make unrealistic virtualization claims. He wanted a second opinion from us. See what expert Serdar Yegulalp had to say. Ask the Expert
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Importing virtual machines from other platforms
Looking to import virtual machines created with VMware and Xen to Microsoft Virtual Server? Serdar Yegulalp will tell you if it is possible in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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What type of virtualization should I use?
Trying to decide which form of virtualization to use? This expert response helps you determine whether you should look at server virtualization products or application virtualization products. Ask the Expert
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Virtuozzo vs. VMware, Microsoft, XenSource
A reader wanted to know more about application virtualization programs like Virtuozzo. Expert Anil Desai briefly compares it with server virtualization solutions like Xen, VMware, and Microsoft Virtual Server. Ask the Expert
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Virtuozzo
Virtuozzo is a software application for enterprise server virtualization that allows an administrator to create virtual environments on a host computer at the operating system (OS) layer... (Continued) Definition
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Oracle Real Application Cluster support 'nonexistent' on VMware
Oracle won't support Real Application Cluster on VMware. Oracle's RAC support policy poses challenges for users in VMware environments and raises questions about its motives. Podcast
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VMware ESXi takes center stage in vSphere 4.1
For VMware, ESXi is the hypervisor of the future, starting with vSphere 4.1. Migrating from ESX to ESXi isn't the easiest, but it will be worth it in the long run, two experts say. Podcast
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Oracle VM machine coming to appliance market
The Oracle VM machine will bundle Oracle VM and management software on a server with networking and storage hardware. But will it help Oracle compete in the virtualization market? Podcast
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Virtual Oracle WebLogic needs no OS
A new Oracle WebLogic release runs in a Java VM without an OS. Get all the news on this virtual Oracle WebLogic technology in this episode of This Week in Virtualization. Podcast
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Sun acquisition brings more Oracle virtualization options
Now that the Sun acquisition is complete, the Oracle virtualization roadmap is taking shape. The focus will be on integrated management and converged hardware and software. Podcast
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Parallels aims bare-metal virtualization hypervisor at cloud computing market
Parallels goes up against VMware and Citrix in the bare-metal virtualization market with its new Parallels Server 4 Bare Metal hypervisor, which targets hosting providers. Podcast
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Virtualization user looks into the cloud at VMworld 2009
Patrick McFadin, director of systems and architecture at educational services firm Hobsons EMT, talks about his company's experiences with virtualization and what it's like to be a Virtual Iron refugee. Video
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Oracle virtualization licensing, pricing still prohibitive
Oracle issues new VM templates, but its virtualization licensing still leaves much to be desired. Hear more on this edition of This Week in Virtualization. Podcast
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VMware discount targets Oracle, Virtual Iron customers
Hear why VMware is offering 40% discounts to former Virtual Iron customers who choose vSphere over Oracle VM in this edition of This Week in Virtualization. Podcast
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Oracle virtualization support excludes VMware, Microsoft, Citrix
Oracle clears up its virtualization policy and won't support third-party platforms after all. Find out what it means for Oracle's push into the market. Podcast
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Oracle releases new Intel x86 servers against market headwinds
Oracle launches new x86 servers based on latest Intel Xeon chip a month after its release. Some analysts doubt Oracle can win HP and IBM customers. News
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Hosted virtualization hypervisors and use cases: The complete guide
Bare-metal virtualization isn’t the only thing out there. There’s also hosted virtualization, which is great for small infrastructures or testing environments. Tutorial
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Virtualization Decisions 2011 Purchasing Intentions Survey
Read the Virtualization Decisions 2011 Purchasing Intentions Survey to see the latest virtualization, data center and cloud computing trends. guide
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Q&A;: Cross-platform virtualization management
More data centers are running multiple virtualization platforms, but with this approach, virtualization management can get complicated. Q&A;
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Top 10 hypervisors: Choosing the best hypervisor technology
To find the best hypervisor technology, first decide whether you want a hosted or bare-metal virtualization hypervisor. Tip
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Oracle virtualization 101: Installing Oracle VM Server and Manager
Hop in and take a test drive with Oracle VM. The Oracle virtualization platform is easy to install, but it involves three different components. Tip
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VSphere 5 generally available: VMworld 2011 news in brief
VMware is kicking off its annual conference by shipping out its latest release; F5 supports Metro vMotion; VKernel rolls out vOperations Suite 4; VCE adds new Vblock for VDI. News
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Is Oracle VM 3.0 finally ready for prime time?
New scalability and management features in Oracle VM 3.0 make it a more serious contender, experts say, but the jury’s still out on whether users will consider OVM as a primary hypervisor. News
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Xangati beefs up free VMware monitoring tool: News in brief
Netuitive adds Hyper-V support; Syncsort offers 10 minute P2V through NetApp; Oracle releases Oracle VM for x86 version 2.2.2; HP adds VAAI support to entry-level disk array. News in brief
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Linux kernel to fully support Xen: Too little too late?
The mainline Linux kernel now supports Xen, but the KVM horse has left the barn, say experts. News
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About Oracle VM and other virtualization technologies
Oracle VM, Parallels Virtuozzo and other alternatives to the market-leading virtualization technologies may not be poised to overtake the virtualization market. But these alternatives to VMware, Hyper-V and XenServer can offer interoperability, price or other advantages for shops looking to virtualize on a budget, standardize on a single vendor, or those with other concerns. This section on Oracle VM virtualization and lesser-known virtualization technologies helps you evaluate alternatives to VMware, provides case studies and news on those virtualizing (or migrating from) these alternative hypervisor or other virtualizaiton technologies and offers tips and how-tos on using these virtualization options in your virtualized environment.