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What is virtualization?

Virtualization (or virtualisation for our Brit friends) is the concept of creating many fully functional computers (virtual machines or VMs) which can run simultaneously on one real computer (the “host”). Each VM believes that it is running on a normal, physical host so it runs normally without any special changes to the programming required. A Continue reading →

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What is VCP certification?

The VMware Certified Professional (aka VCP) certification is a program that is designed to assure that a person has a certain minimum level of knowledge about the VMware Virtual Infrastructure product line. It is similar to many other certification programs such as the MCSE or CCNA and the VCP serves as the entry-level certification into Continue reading →

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