Product DescriptionMaximize virtualization technology for your business
Server and desktop virtualization is one of the more significant technologies to impact computing in the last few years, promising the benefits of infrastructure consolidation, lower costs, increased security, ease of management, and greater employee productivity.
Using virtualization technology, one computer system can operate as multiple virtual systems. The convergence of affordable, powerful platforms and robust scalable virtualization solutions is spurring many technologists to examine the broad range of uses for virtualization. In addition, a set of processor and I/O enhancements to Intel server and client platforms, known as Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT), can further improve the performance and robustness of current software virtualization solutions.
This book takes a user-centered view and describes virtualization usage models for IT professionals, software developers, and software quality assurance staff. The book helps you plan the introduction of virtualization solutions into your environment and thereby reap the benefits of this emerging technology.
Highlights Include: The challenges of current virtualization solutions, In-depth examination of three software-based virtualization products, Usage models that enable greater IT agility and cost savings, Usage models for enhancing software development and QA environments, Maximizing utilization and increasing flexibility of computing resources, Reaping the security benefits of computer virtualization, Distribution and deployment strategies for virtualization solutions
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Sean Campbell has been a consultant working with Microsoft and Intel® technologies for nearly a decade, specializing in custom application development and solutions for emerging and mainstream technologies. Campbell is the founder and president of Campbell-Solutions. He was also the founder and president of 3 Leaf Solutions and served in various roles in technical training and sales. Campbell has obtained the MCSE, MCDBA, and MCSD credentials in his career and is lead author of two books, 101 Microsoft ... Read More
