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October 2007 • PDF Version |
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New VMware Services
In recent years, virtualization has become a trusted mainstream technology bringing cost, performance, redundancy and manageability advantages to IT infrastructure. In general terms, virtualization simplifies a computing environment by allowing multiple independent virtual operating systems and their applications to run on a single physical server. Although Citrix has a solid market presence and Microsoft continues to make strides into the virtualization arena, VMware continues to lead the market with its suite of VMware Standard and Enterprise Infrastructure solutions.
At Fusepoint, we have selected VMware as the preferred virtualization product on which to run many of our core systems requiring either a hardware refresh or server consolidation. With extensive training and VMware Certified Professional (VCP) designations, our technical staff is now poised to leverage this expertise and help Fusepoint take a leadership role in offering fully managed hosting services utilizing the VMware platform.
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System without VMware Software
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System with VMware Software
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VMware (VI) features its flagship ESX Server 3 virtualization platform which offers flexible, high-availability functionality for Fusepoint hosted environments. Here are some other key benefits:
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Increased hardware utilization by reducing hardware requirements through server consolidation since multiple virtual machines run on single physical processors
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Contained server sprawl by running software applications in virtual machines on fewer, highly-scalable, reliable enterprise-class servers
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Simplified infrastructure provisioning by reducing the time for provisioning new infrastructure to minutes with sophisticated configuration automation
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Streamlined software test & development by consolidating disparate development, testing and staging environments involving multiple operating systems and multi-tier applications
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Efficient workload consolidation by provisioning virtual machines that can be moved from one physical server to another
We continue to test new configurations and options that will benefit our managed hosting customers. Stay tuned for more announcements surrounding VMware developments and offerings in the coming months. For more information on adding virtualization to your solution, please click HERE.
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Managed Firewall Service
A firewall is the first line of defence to protect your computing environment against malicious attacks from the public Internet. Without a firewall, unauthorized users can penetrate your servers, leaving your company’s mission-critical information exposed - this can hurt your bottom line and reputation. Fusepoint offers a Managed Firewall Service for all colocation and fully managed hosting customers based on Cisco technology. Our networking and security experts consult with you to configure our firewall infrastructure for your server environment and assist you in creating proper rule sets for your business needs. Simply notify us of any rule changes and we will manage the firewall so you can concentrate on your applications. If you are currently evaluating a new firewall solution for your Fusepoint environment, or need added protection, ask us first! |
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