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Enterprises reevaluate virtualization strategies amid Broadcom uncertainty

Network World

Read more: 5 alternatives to VMware vSphere virtualization platform ]] This dilemma of whether to absorb the Broadcom price hikes or embark on the arduous and risky journey of untangling from the VMware ecosystem is triggering a broader C-level conversation around virtualization strategy. Theyre still the Lamborghini.

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5 alternatives to VMware vSphere virtualization platform

Network World

There are many alternatives for organizations unhappy with the direction that Broadcom is taking the VMware virtualization platform. This enables enterprises to take a more thoughtful and methodical approach to shifting its virtualization strategy away from Broadcom. Heres a brief synopsis of each one: 1.

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VergeIO enhances VergeFabric network virtualization offering

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VergeIO is looking to shake up the virtual infrastructure market with its approach to virtualization and software-defined networking. At the core of VergeIOs offering is its VergeOS platform, which takes a fundamentally different approach compared to traditional virtual infrastructure solutions like VMware.

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What is KubeVirt? How does it migrate VMware workloads to Kubernetes?

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Thats where virtualization comes in. With virtualization, one physical piece of hardware can be abstracted or virtualized to enable more workloads to run. Modern virtualization isnt just about abstracting any one single piece of hardware, but also about abstracting larger clusters in cloud deployments.

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Breaking down silos: A holistic approach to running Virtual Machines and Containers on the same platform at scale.

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According to the 2024 State of Production Kubernetes report from Spectro Cloud, 85% of organizations have Kubernetes in virtualized data centers, and 75% of organizations are committed to adopting Kubernetes for future infrastructure needs. VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) is one such solution. Much of what VCF offers is well established.

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Cisco launches intelligent Wi-Fi 7 access points

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“We’ve eliminated regional SKUs, creating a single product model that works anywhere in the world, automatically and seamlessly switching between cloud or on-premises management as needed,” Huang wrote. “AI AI and security aren’t just add-on features—they’re built into every layer.

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Equinix to cut 3% of staff amidst the greatest demand for data center infrastructure ever

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Equinix told Light Reading that the layoffs are a result of the evolution of its services to support changing customer needs, which requires internal adjustments and resource reallocation. According to Goldman Sachs , data center demand in the US alone is projected to nearly triple by 2030, driving more than $1 trillion in investment.