Virtualisation

Virtualisation

1. Virtualisation is the name given to the specific process of transforming physical IT infrastructure, such as network equipment and servers, and turning them into software alternatives.

2. Hypervisor

   • Type 1
   • Type 2

3. Benefits

   • Reduced capital and operating costs. Minimized or eliminated downtime. Increased IT productivity, efficiency, agility and responsiveness. Faster provisioning of applications and resources.

4. Challanges

   • Depleted resources—performance and availability suffer Lack of application awareness Additional, unanticipated costs Unused virtualization features Overrun storage network Congested storage network

5. Benefits of Virtualization in a Cloud Environment

   • Protection From System Failures
   • Hassle-Free Data Transfers
   • Firewall and Security
   • Smoother IT Operations
   • Cost-Effective Strategy