Virtualization with VMware ESX Server - Free Your Infrastructure from Physical Limitations

IT groups are seeking strategies to deliver more reliable, adaptable, and scalable infrastructure solutions at a predictable cost. Virtualization brings us one step closer to utility computing as more of our enterprise clients view themselves as utilities, or internal "service providers." I am confident that you will find this book not only valuable in describing the area of VMware technology but also effective in articulating the people and process components of server virtualization. We hope you enjoy reading this book as much as we've enjoyed writing it!
From the Foreword by Ralph Troupe, President and CEO, Callisma

• Reap the Benefits of Server Virtualization
  Realize improved ROI, ensure efficient mergers and acquisitions, and reduce compliance risk exposure through server virtualization and consolidation.
• Navigate Through the Paradigm Shift
  Virtualization in an x86 environment represents a significant advancement that requires careful integration of architecture, technology, people, and process.
• Migrate Your Physical Machines to a Virtual Environment (P-to-V)
  Analyze the pros and cons of various free and commercial tools available for managing your P-to-V migration.
• Build a Virtual Machine
  Create a Gold Master and use your VMIibrary to leverage the power and flexibility of VMware.
• Master ESX's Advanced Networking Configurations
  Design VMnets using VMnics to provide secure and cost-effective access to network services.
• Manage Your Virtual Infrastructure
  Use VMware tools to partition physical servers and manage virtual machines.
• Employ Best Practices for Virtualization
  Achieve the best results by following best practices for ESX Server hardware, ESX Server software, virtual machine builds, and administrative tasks.
• Explore the Inner Workings of ESX Server
  Understand the details of the directory structure, configuration files, boot process, and the interaction between the Service Console, VMkernel, and virtual machines.
• Harness the Power of the Command-Line Interface (CLI)
  Use the Linux command-line environment for everything from managing permissions to archiving files and directories.