Storage Virtualization


2015 Virtualization Predictions

2015 is no longer on the way -- it's here. What do some leading virtualization and cloud industry experts expect to see this year?

How to Create a Virtual SSD for vSphere 5.5 vFlash

Using a virtual solid-state drive can be a handy way to save time and money for certain vSphere tasks.

5 Ways to Clear Out IOP Bottlenecks

A look at three explicit indicators and two manual tests you can perform to know if your multipath driver is causing problems to your array's capabilities.

Docker Gets More Windows Love

Although not a full-fleged client, a new command-line interface may be a harbinger of things to come.

Free Training, Exam for Converged Infrastructure

James Brown tackles the VCE certification.

5 Tips for Working with the Scale Computing HC3 Hyperconvergence Appliance

Is this all-in-one virtualization box a good choice for an SMB?

Microsoft's Scale-Out File Server Overcomes SAN Cloud Barriers

There are no SANs in the cloud because the venerable storage technology just doesn't scale to that level. But there are ways around it, and Microsoft shops should start with the company's Scale-Out File Server.

VMware Updates Its Cloud Portfolio

The company adds a new DevOps product, Code Stream, and rebrands its cloud management suite.

Next OpenStack Release, Juno, Drops

The 10th version of the open source platform adds enterprise features, including Big Data management and provisioning services.

The 7-Layer Virtualization Model

A deep dive into all forms of virtualization.

Explaining Virtualization to Your Mom in 5 Easy Steps

She may not get it, but you'll have a great time anyway.

13 Reasons to Consider Citrix

An analyst spends a day asking questions and getting answers.

5 Tips For Working With HP's StoreVirtual VSA

StoreVirtual is one of the most popular virtual storage packages out there. Here are a handful of things you can do to get the most out of it.

How to Configure EVO:RAIL Out of the Box

Is it easy to set up VMware's hyper-convergence appliance? James Brown finds out.

VMworld 2014 News and Notes

Strange hotels, surging innovation highlight my week in San Francisco.

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