Virtualization’s impact on IT infrastructure is transforming the way IT works. No longer tethered to “dedicated” hardware, networks, or storage, IT organizations are beginning to function more dynamically as equipment becomes shared, says Ken Oestreich, director of product management and marketing at power management software provider Cassatt (www.cassatt.com).
Moreover, virtualization has moved quickly from being an emerging technology to a mainstream data center solution because of its obvious efficiency and cost benefits, says Margaret Lewis, director of commercial solutions and software at AMD (www.amd.com). “However, it is important to keep in mind that virtualization is complex and involves a number of different players,” Lewis advises.
How do you make effective use of virtualization without becoming overwhelmed by the complexities it can add to your data center? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Complete article: The Virtual World: How To Get Started With Virtualization
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