The document provides an introduction to virtualization technology, defining it as the creation of virtual versions of various resources like operating systems and servers. It discusses two approaches to virtualization: internal and external network virtualization, with examples including VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V. The benefits of virtualization are highlighted, such as server consolidation, improved hardware efficiency, and faster deployment among other advantages.

1. Introduction to VirtualizationBasics of Virtualization technologyRahul R Verma: HP Enterprise Business, TSDO E-Solutions. IPG

3. Virtualization is the creation of a virtual (rather than actual) version of something, such as an operating system, a server, a storage device, an application or network resources.You probably know a little about virtualization if you have ever divided your hard drive into different partitions. A partition is the logical division of a hard disk drive to create, in effect, two separate hard drives.

7. There are two approaches to virtualization. These are:

10. These are umbrella terms and require more clarification.

11. What is server virtualization?

13. Internal network VirtualizationProvides network functionality inside the virtualization software.Examples: VMware ESX server and Microsoft Hyper-V virtual networks.External network VirtualizationProvides multiple network functions in external physical network equipment.Examples: Switches with VLAN capabilities.It is a your area of virtualization and is yet to grow to its full potential.

18. Production Data CentersConsolidate serversConsolidate DesktopsMake more efficient use of hardwareEnhance IT Staff ProductivityFewer points of adminLess hardware maintenance and fewer infrastructure requirementsFaster server deploymentReact faster to business needsFaster server replacementHigh Availability and Load balancingTesting and DevelopmentPoint in time Snapshots

19. Network Isolation

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