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What you need to know about virtualization and cloud computing

Two terms often thrown around the digital landscape are virtualization and cloud computing. While they are similar technologies, they have distinct differences. This article explains both concepts, including how they work and the ways they can benefit your business. Dive into the world of cloud computing and virtualization, and unlock a deeper understanding of the… Continue reading What you need to know about virtualization and cloud computing

Virtualization and cloud computing: Key concepts explained

Virtualization and cloud computing might seem interchangeable, but they’re not. This article explores how virtualization acts as the building block, creating simulated environments, while cloud computing leverages those environments to deliver on-demand services. Read on to learn more about the intricate relationship between these technologies and how they’re revolutionizing the future of computing. What’s the… Continue reading Virtualization and cloud computing: Key concepts explained

Understanding virtualization and cloud computing

Virtualization and cloud computing are both transforming the IT landscape, but they do so in distinct ways. If you’re unsure what each technology does, don’t fret. We’ll delve into their similarities and differences, comparing their core functionalities, advantages, and best use cases. By the end of this article, you’ll be able to confidently choose the… Continue reading Understanding virtualization and cloud computing

What makes hypervisors weak?

Hypervisors have changed the game of cybersecurity. They provide unmatched cyber protection for your data as they keep it in the cloud. However, hypervisors still have vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit. Find out how their weak points can be addressed. A hypervisor is a software application that distributes computing resources (e.g., processing power, RAM, storage)… Continue reading What makes hypervisors weak?

Dealing with hypervisors’ vulnerabilities

Hypervisors have changed the game of cybersecurity. They provide unmatched cyber protection for your data as they keep it in the cloud. However, hypervisors still have vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit. Find out how their weak points can be addressed. A hypervisor is a software application that distributes computing resources (e.g., processing power, RAM, storage)… Continue reading Dealing with hypervisors’ vulnerabilities

The vulnerabilities of hypervisors

The efficiency of hypervisors against cyberattacks has earned them a reputation as a reliable and robust software application. But the persistence of hackers who never run out of creative ways to breach systems keeps IT experts on their toes. You should know the vulnerabilities of hypervisors so you can defend them properly and keep hackers… Continue reading The vulnerabilities of hypervisors

The biggest mistake to avoid with VMs

Virtual machines (VMs) make IT resource management effortless. By making a few simple adjustments in your virtualization console, you can easily create a virtual instance with enough resources to run even the most demanding apps. But this simplicity also introduces a new risk called VM sprawl. The problem with VM sprawl VM sprawl is a… Continue reading The biggest mistake to avoid with VMs

How to properly manage your fleet of VMs

A virtual machine (VM) is essentially one piece of software that contains operating systems, software, and files that take a portion of computing resources from your on-premises server. VMs behave like normal files, so you could deploy a fleet of them on any workstation with ease. But there are some drawbacks. Too many VMs can… Continue reading How to properly manage your fleet of VMs

Why too many VMs is a bad thing

Desktop virtualization allows you to deliver computing resources to workstations in your network. Those resources are packed into virtual machines (VMs), which can be deployed as easily as any file. However, there are risks associated with trying to manage an overwhelming number of VMs. The problem with VM sprawl VM sprawl is a phenomenon that… Continue reading Why too many VMs is a bad thing

Why hypervisor security is important

Virtualization has become essential for business looking for better resource provisioning, easier IT management, less hardware, and lower costs. But virtualization is a complex and constantly evolving field, which comes with certain risks. One such risk concerns hypervisor security. What is a hypervisor and what are its risks? For those who don’t know, the hypervisor… Continue reading Why hypervisor security is important