What do you think of when you hear “virtual system”? Virtualization is often viewed as a complicated and expensive technology that small companies cannot afford. However, with options such as Oracle’s VirtualBox and VMware Workstation available, this powerful technology is within reach for any business seeking to improve their IT efficiency.
Virtualization is the process of converting hardware resources into virtual components that can be provided on demand to users. These virtual components are known as VMs which stands for Virtual Machines. When a VM is constructed, it’s essentially a copy of an existing computer setup. A new employee can begin working from the moment they arrive on a device identical to the one used by their predecessor. This greatly eases the process of integrating a new team member and ensures that all employees have access to the software and programs required to complete their job.
Another benefit of a VM is that it can run different operating systems. For example an employee might use an Mac however, they require certain software that is only available on Windows. A VM allows them to run the program on a Mac without having it installed separately. Software developers also have to test their updates in different environments. Testing these updates on a VM can save time and money when compared to testing on multiple physical devices.
Additionally, a VM is a great way to store backup files and data. There are several benefits of this approach, such as cost reduction and facilitating disaster recovery and simplifying storage management. With a cloud-based VM solution like HPE GreenLake, you can benefit from the built-in buffering capacity without the need to invest in extra hardware for your remote offices or data centers.
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