Virtualization

Virtualization

1. abstraction layer over computer

2. Benefits

   • Recovery easy
   • Quick & Easy Setup
   • Hardware Efficiently

3. drawbacks

   • High Initial Investment
   • Data at Risk
   • Quick Scalability

4. types of hypervisor

   • Type-1
     • host’s hardware
     • VMware ESXi
     • Citrix XenServer
   • Type-2
     • top of an operating system
     • VMware Server
     • Microsoft Virtual PC

5. Challenges

   • Depleted resources
   • Lack of application awareness
   • Overrun storage network

6. Virtualization in a Cloud Environment

   • Protection From System Failures
   • Firewall and Security
   • Smoother IT Operations
   • Cost-Effective Strategy