If you're thinking about "going virtual" but have the feeling everyone else in the world understands exactly what that means while you're still virtually in the dark, take heart. "Virtualization for Dummies" gives you a thorough introduction to this hot topic and helps you evaluate if making the switch to a virtual environment is right for you.
This fun and friendly guide starts with a detailed overview of exactly "what" virtualization is and exactly "how" it works, and then takes you on a tour of the benefits of a virtualized environment, such as added space in overcrowded data centers, lower operations costs through more efficient infrastructure administration, and reduced energy costs through server consolidation.
Next, you'll get step-by-step guidance on how to: Perform a server virtualization cost versus benefit analysisWeigh server virtualization optionsChoose hardware for your server virtualization projectCreate a virtualized software environmentMigrate to--and manage--your new virtualized environment
Whether you're an IT manager looking to sell the idea to your boss, or just want to learn more about how to create, migrate to, and successfully manage a virtualized environment, "Virtualization for Dummies" is your go-to guide for virtually everything you need to know.
If you're thinking about "going virtual" but have the feeling everyone else in the world understands exactly what that means while you're still virtually in the dark, take heart. "Virtualization for Dummies" gives you a thorough introduction to this hot topic and helps you evaluate if making the switch to a virtual environment is right for you.
This fun and friendly guide starts with a detailed overview of exactly "what" virtualization is and exactly "how" it works, and then takes you on a tour of the benefits of a virtualized environment, such as added space in overcrowded data centers, lower operations costs through more efficient infrastructure administration, and reduced energy costs through server consolidation.
Next, you'll get step-by-step guidance on how to: Perform a server virtualization cost versus benefit analysisWeigh server virtualization optionsChoose hardware for your server virtualization projectCreate a virtualized software environmentMigrate to--and manage--your new virtualized environment
Whether you're an IT manager looking to sell the idea to your boss, or just want to learn more about how to create, migrate to, and successfully manage a virtualized environment, "Virtualization for Dummies" is your go-to guide for virtually everything you need to know.
Imprint | For Dummies |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | December 2007 |
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First published | 2008 |
Authors | Bernard Golden |
Format | Electronic book text |
Pages | 384 |
Edition | 1st edition |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-470-29186-3 |
Barcode | 9780470291863 |
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LSN | 0-470-29186-9 |