Dev/Test decision: Hyper-V Server or Windows 10 Hyper-V?
For Dev/Test environments, Windows 10 Hyper-V and Hyper-V Server are both viable options. But there are some differences between the two.
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Creating primary and extended Hyper-V replicas
Hyper-V replication is a great fallback if something goes wrong with a VM. Creating extended Hyper-V replicas takes the process one step further.
Decreasing the background activity of Hyper-V virtual machines
Organizations can increase their virtual machine density by decreasing the virtual machines’ background activity. Here’s how to do it.
VMM agent deployment issues? Try these solutions
There are several reasons why a Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) agent fails to install properly. Here are some solutions to this annoying problem.
The evolution of backup: Interview with Altaro’s Simon Attard
Backup is not the glitziest part of an IT pro’s job, but it may be the most important. Simon Attard of Altaro has solutions to make it easier.
Microsoft App-V as an application virtualization solution: Pros & cons
If your shop is considering using App-V as an application virtualization solution, read this article first and weigh the pros and cons before you decide.
How to create custom-built port profiles for virtual network adapters
Using custom-built port profiles for virtual network adapters does wonders for your virtualization infrastructure. This step-by-step guide shows you how.
Troubleshooting tips from the IT trenches: Where’s my disk space?
In our continuing “trench tales” series, here’s a solution to a problem many beleaguered IT pros ask: Where’s my disk space?
Nested virtualization now available in Microsoft Azure
Microsoft has added the ability to enable nested virtualization to Azure to effectively assist with testing, training, and more.
Building and automating Nano Server-based Hyper-V hosts: Creating the image
This article continues our discussion of Nano Server-based Hyper-V hosts by creating an image that can be used to build our Hyper-V host servers.