Virtualization

Containers: IT history seems to be repeating itself

Containers are exciting and new, but the environment is not fleshed out enough to satisfy everyone, a new survey shows

3 ways Windows Server 2016 is tackling security

Windows Server 2016 could be a generational shift in security on par with Bill Gates’ introduction of Trustworthy Computing in 2002.

Dell EMC aims for a converged, custom fit in an off-the-rack world

Dell EMC says converged systems are too rigid in their deployment options and has come up with an on-premises offering it calls Validated System for Virtualization.

Ubuntu 16.10 targets hybrid cloud deployments, supports Unity 8 development

Canonical hopes its latest release of Ubuntu draws users away from Red Hat and SUSE

VMware embraces containers with latest vSphere, Virtual SAN updates

New versions of vSphere, Virtual SAN and vRealize Suite extend support for application containers and managing public clouds

Citrix wins virtual desktop interface shootout

Ericom, Parallels also score well in test of VDI platforms

Is today’s network cost structure indicative of the future?

As companies embark on software-defined networking projects, many are recognizing the financial benefits of virtualization. But are the cost savings real?

The best (and worst) parts of server virtualization products

VMware NSX gains traction as a security tool

VMware customers may not be keen on NSX as a networking solution, but they’re discovering it can help them align security with other data center trends

Raspberry Pi roundup: Now with additional cucumbers!

Plus, Nougat, Docker, and some extra competition in this edition of Raspberry Pi roundup.