1207, 2018

How does virtualization improve business?

By |July 12, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Truly understanding the ins and outs of virtualization is not for the faint hearted. It’s a complicated field that is constantly evolving, but one thing mostly remains the same: its benefits. Read on for a simple recap of just a few of virtualization’s greatest advantages. More technology uptime Virtualization vendors [...]

2606, 2018

Best uses for virtual desktops

By |June 26, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

In the world of IT, there is a continuous quest to build systems with less time, funds, and effort. This is why virtualization has become so popular. One type of virtualization, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), provides a consistent desktop experience from any device. It is most helpful in the following [...]

806, 2018

Virtualization isn’t as complex as you think

By |June 8, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Explaining the concept of virtualization is no easy task, and failed attempts to do so have left it with an undeserved reputation. We want to set the record straight about this technology’s many benefits by dispelling the four most common misconceptions. Myth #1 - Virtualization is too expensive for SMBs [...]

2405, 2018

The lowdown on virtualization and the cloud

By |May 24, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Virtualization and cloud computing are sometimes used interchangeably, and it's easy to see why people confuse the two. To set the record straight, virtualization is NOT cloud computing. But these two revolutionary technologies often overlap. Virtualization Imagine a company with five servers, each assigned a single task such as storage, [...]

805, 2018

How to get virtualization working

By |May 8, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Virtualization is available in every modern computer. It allows you to create additional virtual environments that run on your actual hardware. Sometimes, though, it won’t work right and results in errors. Here are steps to get it working properly. #1 Enable Virtualization in Your BIOS In most cases, virtualization won’t [...]

2304, 2018

The management drawbacks of virtualization

By |April 23, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , |

IT managers turn to virtualization to effectively scale down on cost, boost efficiency, and maximize space in their server rooms. Yet, what they didn’t expect were the drawbacks involved in this technology solution. It’s therefore essential that you’re aware of the following management issues before going all in: Backup Incorporating [...]

504, 2018

Windows Server 2019 announced

By |April 5, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

If Microsoft’s latest server software is any indication, the virtualization trend shows no signs of slowing down. The first preview of Windows Server 2019 was released in March and includes a number of features focused on IT efficiency. Let’s take a look at the most valuable updates for small businesses. [...]

2103, 2018

Hypervisor security vulnerabilities

By |March 21, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Regardless of how complex the technology, hackers always find a way to exploit it. In the past, virtualization was thought to be an extremely secure solution businesses could rely on to improve IT management and save money. But it does have exploitable vulnerabilities. Hackers can attack the hypervisor to access [...]

203, 2018

Virtual desktops vs. Containers

By |March 2, 2018|Categories: Virtualization|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Even if you’re aware of virtualized containers, it’s probably difficult to explain how they differ from virtual desktops. Thankfully, all you really need to understand is whether containers are the better option for your business -- and we can answer that in under ten minutes. What are virtual desktops? Imagine [...]

2702, 2018

Windows 10 Home, Pro, or 10 S?

By |February 27, 2018|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

When buying new hardware, you have to choose which operating system (OS) to install. And if you go with Windows, you’ll have to make even more decisions, as there're Windows 10 Home, Pro, and 10 S. Although they contain many similar features, there are significant differences between them. Here’s a [...]

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