Start experiencing the benefits of server virtualization
VMware Server is a robust yet easy to use product for users new to server virtualization technology. VMware Server enables companies to partition a physical server into multiple virtual machines, and to start experiencing the benefits of virtualization.
“Offering VMware Server for free will bring VMware’s proven virtualization technology to a wider audience, allowing companies to achieve the benefits of virtualization, such as cost reductions and flexible server provisioning.” Craig Liess, server administrator, Central Transport
Benefits of VMware Server
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Provision a new server in minutes without investing in new hardware. |
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Run Windows and Linux operating systems and applications on the same physical server. |
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Increase the utilization of a physical server. |
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Move virtual machines from one physical host to another without re-configuration. |
With VMware Server you can:
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Streamline software development and testing by allowing developers to create multiple environments with different operating systems on the same server. |
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Evaluate software in ready-to-run virtual machines without installation and configuration. |
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Re-host legacy operating systems such as Windows NT Server 4.0 and Windows 2000 Server in a virtual machine running on new hardware and operating system. |
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Simplify server provisioning by building a virtual machine once and deploying it multiple times. |
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Leverage pre-built, ready-to-run virtual appliances that include virtual hardware, operating system and application environments. virtual appliances for Web, email, proxy and other infrastructure services are available for download from VMTN |