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  • VMware-friendly change likely for Linux

    Linux programmers are moving toward a change that would put virtualisation software from VMware on a more even footing with open-source rival Xen.

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    A programmer has offered software that could bridge a significant divide in the realm of open-source virtualisation software.

  • Suse Linux gets better virtualisation, security

    Novell has released the first service pack (SP1) for its Suse Linux Enterprise 10 server software, which promises better virtualisation and high performance support along with improved security.

  • IBM AIX 6 beta improves virtualisation

    IBM has launched a public beta of the AIX 6 operating system, which incorporates a number of major changes including a more complete virtualisation offering.

  • SWsoft adds cheaper intro to virtualisation

    SWsoft has released a smaller-scale, less expensive version of its Virtuozzo software in an effort to encourage new users of the virtualization product, the company plans to announce on Wednesday.

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    Trying to take a more active role in open-source programming, Red Hat has created a team of 34 programmers to work on nothing but next-generation software.

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    Virtual machines gained popularity as a way to emulate Windows on Mac OS or Linux. ZDNet Australia looks at the two most popular packages.

  • Microsoft's Hyper-V: why all the fuss?

    Microsoft's Hyper-V is the missing piece from the launch of Windows Server 2008. We examine its background, and predict how the hypervisor market is likely to develop.

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    Virtual servers have changed the way businesses are run. Now, virtualisation vendors have set their sights on your PC.

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Reviews (25)

  • Mandriva Linux 2008 Spring

    The latest version of Mandriva is a competent and well-implemented desktop release with lots to commend it to those with some Linux know-how.

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    Virtual machines gained popularity as a way to emulate Windows on Mac OS or Linux. ZDNet Australia looks at the two most popular packages.

  • VMware Workstation 6

    VMware Workstation is an excellent product, having the potential to save IT managers many hours of work. And at only AU$257.23 per seat, it is also good value for money.

  • vCharter Pro

    This is a powerful performance monitoring and reporting system for servers running VMware ESX Server. Web-based dashboards show the resources in use by servers and their VMs, while the reporting module delivers printable reports of historical data.

  • FalconStor Continuous Data Protection Virtual Appliance

    This is a powerful system that enables server administrators to very quickly restore data that may have been lost due to viruses, user error or hardware failure.

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