In an age where tech is rapidly reshaping how businesses operate, cloud computing stands tall as one of the biggest drivers of this change. It allows companies to harness computing power—spanning servers, data storage, networking, analytics, and more—via the internet, unlocking new dimensions of flexibility, scalability, and operational efficiency. However, as we look at the […]
More and more small businesses are choosing to shift away from their on-premise servers to a cloud-based hosting solution. But what is a cloud server and is it the right choice for your small business? In this article, we discuss the ins and outs of cloud hosting so you can make the right decision for […]
The Xen hypervisor, also known simply as Xen, is an open-source virtualization platform that allows multiple operating systems to run on a single physical machine simultaneously. It is a type-1 hypervisor, which means it runs directly on server hardware, managing virtualized environments and providing a layer of abstraction between the physical hardware and the virtual […]
In one of our previous articles, we discussed virtualization and types of virtualization. In this article, we are going to explain paravirtualization, a type of virtualization, and give you more insights into its advantages and when it is useful for your business. What Exactly is Paravirtualization? Paravirtualization is a type of virtualization that enables a […]
Who needs a company computer when you can access the same files, applications, and services from a personal device? Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) delivers an enterprise desktop experience without the physical desktop. Yes, this infrastructure enables just that. It can host virtual apps and a desktop operating system on a centralized server in a data […]
Have you ever thought about how a hosting company is able to have 200 servers running while they have only 50 physical servers? Or how could you spin up a cloud server with Servermania in a minute? Well, the technology behind them is server virtualization technology, simply known as a VM ( Virtual Machine).
Containerization has taken a huge jump forward in the realm of software development and server management. Stemming from FreeBSD’s chroot system, container technology has evolved to widespread adoption thanks to the Docker engine and tools like Kubernetes.
If you want to host an application or spin up a server online, there are two main choices to choose from. The first is to use a virtualized server, which is accomplished using a hypervisor. The other choice is to use a bare metal server, which hosting companies also call a dedicated server.
If you don’t understand hypervisors, you should read our previous article explaining what a hypervisor is. Once reviewed, let’s get into it, as we have a long way to go to understanding the difference between the two types of hypervisors. We have previously defined hypervisor as a piece of software that runs on top of […]
If you’ve ever wondered what the backbone of the virtualization industry is, you may be surprised to know that it’s the hypervisor. The reason for this, is that a hypervisor controls how virtual environments work and function. Have you ever considered how your computer is able to run multiple apps or programs all at once? […]
