Server Virtualization: What it is and Why it Matters to You

Talking about the dynamism of the market and the modern world is stating the obvious. However, many people still fail to grasp the true meaning of this dynamism. Above all, it means integration.

Yes, and those who fail to integrate lose a lot: they lose out on work, connections, and profit. So, the question is: how much have you been losing by choosing not to integrate into the digital world?

For instance, how much are you missing out on not embracing innovative technologies such as server virtualization? Currently, this is one of the best solutions for those who want to save space, money, and maintenance efforts, while providing more options for running different operating systems and integrating several functionalities and tools for their team.

If you are not familiar with this solution, you are falling behind. That's why I am going to clarify why you need to pay attention to this technology that will change how you perceive digital transformation.

What is server virtualization?

A full virtualization process involves restructuring a single server (known as a hypervisor) into multiple smaller virtual servers.

This process does not require new or additional servers; virtualization software or hardware takes the existing server and partitions it into several isolated virtual servers. Each of these servers can operate independently. These are virtual machines.

The function of each virtual machine depends on its specifications. For example, one virtual machine can focus on having more disk space, while another can prioritize processor power. One may run a particular operating system while another is reserved for a different OS.

Furthermore, virtualization itself can be scaled according to the type of work that best suits your needs. In addition to full virtualization, there is:

• Paravirtualization (where the entire network works as a hypervisor).
• Operating System-Level Virtualization (which doesn't require a hypervisor but demands all units share the virtual machine to run on the same operating system).

Maximizing Machine Performance

Knowing about these options, the question is: Why should you embrace this solution?

The answer is simple and intuitive: Each server can only run one type of OS at a time, which means its full capabilities are not fully harnessed. As each new application requires space and hardware power, over time, the options for using the machine are becoming limited.

Clearly, with the increasing complexity of the virtual world, which demands more and more resources, it is impracticable not to maximize the power of our software. Integrating resources is essential to leverage the power in the new era of the market. Otherwise, the alternative is to purchase new machines, which means additional financial resources and long-term costs such as maintenance, space allocation, and energy expenses.