Virtualization enables workloads such as server consolidation, efficient software development and testing, resource management for dynamic data centers, application re-hosting and compatibility, and high-availability partitions.

Virtualization is a method of running multiple independent virtual operating systems on a single physical computer. It is a way of maximizing physical resources to maximize the investment in hardware.

Virtualization is the perfect solution for applications that are meant for small- to medium-scale usage. Virtualization should not be used for high-performance applications where one or more servers need to be clustered together to meet performance requirements of a single application because the added overhead and complexity would only reduce performance.

Today's management tools enable end users to easily move and copy virtual servers, providing a simple approach to disaster recovery and high availability.

Virtualization is a paradigm shift; it changes how you think about your resources. With virtualization, you are no longer limited to running only one operating system on an under-utilized server or workstation. You can simplify your IT infrastructure, allocate and protect your resources more easily, migrate existing OS and hardware and get better utilization from your existing servers.