Golden B. Virtualization For Dummies

Wiley Publishing, Inc., 2007. — 384 p. — ISBN: 978-0470148310.Virtualization for Dummies gives you a thorough introduction to this hot topic and helps you evaluate if making the switch to a virtual environment is right for you.This fun and friendly guide starts with a detailed overview of exactly what virtualization is and exactly how it works, and then takes you on a tour of the benefits of a virtualized environment, such as added space in overcrowded data centers, lower operations costs through more efficient infrastructure administration, and reduced energy costs through server consolidation.Next, you’ll get step-by-step guidance on how to:
Perform a server virtualization cost versus benefit analysis;
Weigh server virtualization options;
Choose hardware for your server virtualization project;
Create a virtualized software environment;
Migrate to — and manage — your new virtualized environment.Whether you’re an IT manager looking to sell the idea to your boss, or just want to learn more about how to create, migrate to, and successfully manage a virtualized environment, Virtualization for Dummies is your go-to guide for virtually everything you need to know.Part I: Getting Started with a Virtualization Project.
Wrapping Your Head around Virtualization.
Making a Business Case for Virtualization.
Understanding Virtualization. Technologies and Applications.
Peeking at the Future of Virtualization.Part II: Server Virtualization.
Deciding Whether Server Virtualization Is Right for You.
Performing a Server Virtualization Cost-Benefit Analysis.
Managing a Virtualization Project.
Choosing Hardware for Your Server Virtualization Project.Part III: Server Virtualization Software Options.
Migrating to Your New Virtualized Environment.
Managing Your Virtualized Environment.
Creating a Virtualized Storage Environment.Part IV: Implementing Virtualization.
Implementing VMware Server.
Implementing Fedora Virtualization.
Implementing XenExpress.Part V: The Part of Tens.
Ten Steps to Your First Virtualization Project.
Ten Virtualization Pitfalls to Avoid.
Ten Great Resourceson Virtualization