What Is Virtualization Software?

Virtualization software allows a host computer to create and execute one or more virtual environments.

Virtualization software

Virtualization software allows a host computer to build and

Some virtualization software runs on existing operating systems (such as

1. Openfiler NAS and SAN ^[1]

Organizations considering applying virtualization software can have a few different options, including free virtualization software tools.
Choosing free virtualization software products is naturally tempting, and there are free virtualization software on the market that can meet all your needs. However, before in-depth research, the following six important issues should be considered.

Virtualization software supports new systems

A lot of free virtualization software is open source and runs exclusively on Linux. Although this is not necessarily a problem, there is a potential for organizations that do not currently run Linux to increase potential support costs. If an organization intends to adopt a new virtualization software server operating system, it must consider whether IT staff has good enough virtualization software skills to support the Linux operating system, and may have employees participate in some virtualization software technology training.

Virtualization software application sharing

The best thing about the Windows desktop operating system is that data can be shared between applications. Some low-cost or free application virtualization software does not support cross-application copy and paste functions, and the virtualization software may not be perceived by other applications running on the desktop. Although forced isolation by virtualization software is not always a problem, users should test the forced isolation feature when they need to migrate data between applications.

Virtualization software push method

Some free virtualization software can virtualize applications, but the virtualization software does not provide a mechanism to deliver applications to the user's desktop. For example, a virtualization software tool may create an executable file to run a virtual application, but the virtualization software may require you to find a way to push the file to the user's desktop.

Virtualization Software Agent

Some application virtualization tools are agent-based, while other application virtualization tools do not require a virtualization software agent. Agents are additional components that must run on the operating system. Like any software component, a virtualized software agent may cause potential stability issues or cause security holes. Not that you shouldn't choose application virtualization software that uses a proxy, but you should check if the virtualization software you are considering requires a proxy. If an agent is required, verify that the agent has not caused any problems.

Virtualization software browser-based

Another thing to consider is whether application virtualization software delivers applications through a browser. If employees are accustomed to connecting virtual desktops through RDP sessions and running applications as if they were local, it can be a little confusing if they suddenly want the virtualization software to open a browser to launch an application. Once again, there is no problem accessing virtualized software applications through the browser, but it is necessary to consider whether the delivery method is consistent with the experience you intend to provide to the end user.

Implied costs of virtualization software

"Free" virtualization software does not always mean free. You may find that the basic features of your choice of virtualization software are free, but more advanced virtualization software features require a license. A similar situation is that you may find virtualization software but you have to pay for technical support. In fact, some free virtualization software tools do not provide phone support at all. ^[2]