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Software Virtualization

ALSO CALLED: Virtualization, SV, Applications Virtualization, and Application Virtualization
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A bare metal environment is a computer system or network in which a virtual machine is installed directly on hardware rather than within the host operating system (OS). The term "bare metal" refers to a hard disk, the usual  … 
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Agentless Application Virtualization: Enabling the Evolution of the Desktop
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: In this study, IDC analyst Michael Rose discusses how VMware ThinApp, an agentless virtualization solution, addresses the challenges of desktop computing. Read this paper to learn about the pros and cons of virtualized client computing.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2008
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Reducing Data Center Energy Consumption
sponsored by Intel Corporation
WHITE PAPER: To deploy new computing resources without exceeding the thermal limits of its data center, CERN is taking a comprehensive approach to improving energy efficiency. This paper outlines key strategies, including a move to Intel Xeon processors.
Posted: 21 Nov 2008 | Published: 21 Nov 2008
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Delivering Virtualization Benefits by Refreshing Client PCs
sponsored by Intel Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how new platforms that include faster processors with Intel Virtualization Technology can eliminate concerns about client virtualization performance and offer many other benefits.
Posted: 21 Nov 2008 | Published: 21 Nov 2008
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Developing an Enterprise Client Virtualization Strategy
sponsored by Intel Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Intel conducted a series of studies to analyze the potential benefits of each technology and to begin to develop a targeted strategy for delivering client virtualization to our users. Read this document to review the findings.
Posted: 21 Nov 2008 | Published: 21 Nov 2008
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Client Computing with Virtual User Environment
sponsored by Intel Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Intel IT developed a new computing approach that combines multiple emerging technologies, including client virtualization and streaming, to potentially transform the way we deliver computing to users.
Posted: 21 Nov 2008 | Published: 21 Nov 2008
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eGuide: Blade Servers Trends
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
WHITE PAPER: The server type selected for a consolidation or virtualization project lays the foundation for the entire plan, it even impacts the benefits you'll see from the investment.
Posted: 11 Nov 2008 | Published: 11 Nov 2008
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Forrester Report: IT Consolidation - 8 Successful Companies Explain How to Get Started
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WHITE PAPER: Forrester spoke with executives at leading enterprises that have successfully executed IT consolidation efforts. This report provides guidance on how to prioritize and get started with a successful IT consolidation.
Posted: 24 Sep 2008 | Published: 24 Sep 2008
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IDC Analysis: Lower IT Costs by Moving to a Virtualized Infrastructure
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WHITE PAPER: Adopting a virtualized infrastructure can result in a reduction of up to 35% of total annual server costs per user. This paper describes “basic virtualization,” which refers to basic x86 server consolidation using virtualization software.
Posted: 24 Sep 2008 | Published: 24 Sep 2008
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White Paper: Server Selection for Production-Level Virtualization Environments
sponsored by Insight and Sun Microsystems, Inc
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper reviews actions that IT managers can take to improve overall server performance and discusses how to select servers for large-scale virtualized environments.
Posted: 07 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008
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Virtualized Applications Streamline, Secure and Manage Your Business
sponsored by Citrix
WHITE PAPER: To deal with the complexity and cost of application deployment, maintenance and performance, organizations are looking for solutions to streamline, secure and manage delivery of their applications. Virtualized application delivery is the solution.
Posted: 05 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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Virtualization Security: A Coordinated Approach for Intrusion Detection and Prevention
sponsored by Third Brigade
WHITE PAPER: This white paper examines current approaches to securing virtualized environments and how your company can implement a successful coordinated approach to security between IDS/IPS systems and virtual appliances.
Posted: 29 Apr 2008 | Published: 01 Apr 2008
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Security Implications of the Virtualized DataCenter
sponsored by F5 Networks
WHITE PAPER: The concept that virtual operating environments are just as secure as their physical counterparts can be a very expensive and destructive fallacy. Read why Today's system and security administrators need to begin focusing on virtual security.
Posted: 28 Apr 2008 | Published: 28 Apr 2008
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Data Center Virtualization Q&A
sponsored by F5 Networks
WHITE PAPER: In this is a question and answer session, Erik Giesa, VP of Product Management and Marketing, discusses what's driving the need for data center virtualization, the benefits of it, and what companies should consider when virtualizing their data.
Posted: 28 Apr 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2006
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Virtualization - It's Not Just for Enterprises Anymore
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, read how virtualization can help companies of all sizes vastly increase server utilization levels, delay or avoid hardware purchases, and expand infrastructure capacity without increasing physical space requirements.
Posted: 13 Nov 2007 | Published: 01 Sep 2007
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Technology Assessment: The Impact of Virtualization Software on Operating Environments
sponsored by VMware, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Read this report to review IDC's analysis of virtualization and how it is reshaping the dynamics of the industry.
Posted: 18 Jun 2007 | Published: 01 Oct 2006
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SOFTWARE VIRTUALIZATION DEFINITION (continued): … 

A bare metal environment is a computer system or network in which a virtual machine is installed directly on hardware rather than within the host operating system (OS). The term "bare metal" refers to a hard disk, the usual medium on which a computer's OS is installed.

The term virtualization refers to the creation of a virtual (rather than actual) version of something, such as an OS, a server or a network resource. A virtual machine is a multi-user shared-resource OS that gives each user the impression of having sole control of all computer or network resources.
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