New platform, new requirements: Virtualization and storage after VMware

When VMware, a leading virtualization provider, changed hands and its licensing model grew more complex, many IT teams began asking the same question: What are the alternatives? But switching to a new virtualization platform isn’t as simple as choosing different software.

How to build a custom PC from scratch

Building your own PC lets you customize every aspect of your system. In this blog, we’ll provide step-by-step instructions and expert advice to make sure your first build goes smoothly. Start with a plan Before jumping into shopping or assembling your PC, you should first consider three key factors: your primary use case, budget, and […]

What is the difference between HDD and SSD?

The standard hard disk drive (HDD) has been the predominant storage device for desktop computers and laptops for a long time. However, computers with solid state drive (SSD) technology are quickly becoming the norm. If you’re looking to upgrade your hardware, you need to know the difference between HDD and SSD. What is an HDD? […]

Quick facts about virtualization and the cloud

Virtualization and cloud computing are sometimes mistaken as one and the same, causing much confusion. For the record, virtualization is different from cloud computing, but these two technologies usually overlap. Virtualization Imagine a company with five servers, each assigned a single task such as storage, email, etc.