What is virtualisation? To summarise: one hardware server doing the work of multiple servers...
Virtualisation is swiftly changing the manner in which businesses perform their operations. Server virtualisation allows you to host numerous applications and operating systems in remote and local locations. Having a virtual server significantly reduces the number of physical servers within an organisation.
For example, one virtual server typically situated in a server room could replace three physical servers which would have previously been installed on site. Not only will a virtual server reduce initial outlay and ongoing support costs but also provide energy savings and free you from geographical constraints.
Users would see no difference in the day to day use of the system, and they would still have access to the network as usual.
Summary of Virtualisation Benefits:
- Space Saving
- Reduction in the number of physical servers
- More Green
- Reduction of power consumption and emissions
- Lower Costs
- Reduction in initial outlay, for support costs and energy costs
- Increased Resource Utilisation
- Sharing of hardware and common infrastructure
- Simplification
- Everything is simplified, reduced and shared
- Improved Operations
- Rationalised systems providing enhanced operational performance
- Business Continuity
- Fast recovery of lost systems and infrastructure