Buy VMware software for virtualization

Virtualizing involves an abstraction of the physical hardware and software and forms the basis for the virtual machine to be set up. The setup itself takes place via software on an existing computer. The operating system of the computer on which virtualization is to be performed can be a server or desktop version.

The use of a virtual machine takes place mainly in the enterprise environment and with the Internet providers. A typical use among providers is for Internet and cloud applications and, in the corporate sector, for secured network applications. An important argument for virtualization is security. Because in the event of a hacker attack, it is not the host system that is attacked, but the virtual environment. This is also not visible to outsiders and one of the reasons why a virtual machine is so popular.

Available virtualization types

In most cases, running a virtual environment involves issues of hardware, utility efficiency and the deployment of a new operating system. This allows a new server system or components to be tested in advance so that it can be purchased only when everything is up and running. The following virtualization technologies are available:

- Network virtualization
- Data virtualization
- Storage virtualization
- Hardware virtualization
- Software virtualization

Important for a virtual environment is a well harmonizing hardware with enough free resources. This mainly concerns RAM memory and connected data media. This is because all resources are used during virtualization and the performance of the host system drops noticeably.

Between free and buy: Software for creating a virtual environment

Various software programs are available for generating a virtual environment. These programs are available for all common operating systems. In the Windows Server versions from 2012 and from Windows 8, Hyper-V is part of the operating system. For previous versions, this software must be installed separately. In addition to Hyper-V, VMware has established itself in the field of virtualization and is preferred by administrators for its ease of use and virtual machine management. After the appearance of each new server or desktop operating system, a new release appears from VMware.

The available versions of VMware are:

- Workstation 16 Pro
- Workstation 15Pro
- Workstation 14 Pro
- Fusion 11 Pro Mac

For Mac, we recommend:

- Parallels Desktop 16 Standard for Mac

Buying VMware is worthwhile for extensive virtual environments and if a virtual Windows environment is to be set up on a MAC or Linux system.