Microsoft Virtualization : Master Microsoft Server, Desktop, Application, and Presentation Virtualization

Microsoft Virtualization: Master Microsoft Server, Desktop, Application, and Presentation Virtualization serves a thorough reference for those considering a migration into the virtualized world. It provides the tools and explanations needed to create a fresh virtualization environment. Readers walk through step-by-step instructions on everything from building a Windows 2008 server to installing and configuring Hyper-V and App-V. The book begins with the basics of virtualization, including the role of virtualization in the changing landscape of the traditional data center and its benefits, and the strategies of virtualization. It presents the step-by-step process used to build a Windows 2008 server and the process of configuring and managing a Hyper-V infrastructure. Microsoft's approach to high availability and the combination of Microsoft tools to provide a very reliable and highly available virtualization infrastructure are discussed. The chapters also cover the... Microsoft Virtualization: Master Microsoft Server, Desktop, Application, and Presentation Virtualization serves a thorough reference for those considering a migration into the virtualized world. It provides the tools and explanations needed to create a fresh virtualization environment. Readers walk through step-by-step instructions on everything from building a Windows 2008 server to installing and configuring Hyper-V and App-V. The book begins with the basics of virtualization, including the role of virtualization in the changing landscape of the traditional data center and its benefits, and the strategies of virtualization. It presents the step-by-step process used to build a Windows 2008 server and the process of configuring and managing a Hyper-V infrastructure. Microsoft's approach to high availability and the combination of Microsoft tools to provide a very reliable and highly available virtualization infrastructure are discussed. The chapters also cover the migration of physical servers to virtual servers; the Dynamic Data Center concept; creating and publishing a virtual application within App-V; and desktop virtualization. This book was intended for seasoned system administrators and engineers who grew up in and still manage primarily a hardware-based server environment containing a large assortment of both newer and legacy applications. Covers Microsoft virtualization products completely, including Hyper-V Includes a special section on securing virtual infrastructure Gives hands-on instructions to help understand and implement Microsoft solutions Virtualization technologies help IT organizations in three ways: cost-cutting, ease of administration, and the overall effect of IT on the environment. Virtualization cuts costs by reducing the amount of capital resources (equipment), power, and cooling to run an IT infrastructure. Because of the tools that are involved in virtualization, it also reduces the burden of IT management significantly. Finally, by reducing the amount of cooling, power, and other emissions from these servers, virtualization can help IT organizations become more "green."

Microsoft growth is up from 2006, when it held an 8% market share to 23%. When this report was released, Hyper-V had just started shipping, and is expected to make substantial market gain for Microsoft. A poor economy will actually help the growth of virtualization. Virtualization will gain IT dollars at the expense of other technologies for one reason: cost. Technologies that require high up-front expenditures but take time to generate ROI will be put on hold, while technologies like virtualization that promise immediate cost savings will enjoy broader adoption. Currenty, only 7% to 8% of servers are virtualized (worldwide) with many IT executives researching or planning to implement in the next 18 to 24 months.

• Covers Microsoft virtualization products completely, including Hyper-V
• Includes a special section on securing virtual infrastructure
• Gives hands-on instructions to help understand and implement Microsoft solutions

Chapter 1: Introduction to Virtualization Chapter 2: Understanding Microsoft Virtualization Strategies Chapter 3: Installing Windows 2008 Server Core and Hyper-V Chapter 4: Managing Hyper-V Chapter 5: Installing and Configuring Virtual Machine Manager 2008 Chapter 6: Hyper-V and High Availability Chapter 7: Creating Virtual Machines and Templates Chapter 8: Performing Physical to Virtual and Virtual to Virtual Migrations Chapter 9: Monitoring and Managing a Virtual Infrastructure Chapter 10: Creating a Dynamic Datacenter with Microsoft System Center Chapter 11: Application Virtualization (Softgrid) Chapter 12: Deploying Softgrid Packages Chapter 13: Presentation Virtualization (Terminal Services) Chapter 14: Integrating Application and Presentation Virtualization Chapter 15: Desktop Virtualization Appendix A: Migrating Virtual Machines from Virtual Server 2005. Microsoft Virtualization helps you understand and implement the latest virtualization strategies available with Microsoft products. This book focuses on: Server Virtualization, Desktop Virtualization, Application Virtualization, and Presentation Virtualization. Whether you are managing Hyper-V, implementing desktop virtualization, or even migrating virtual machines, this book is packed with coverage on all aspects of these processes. Written by a talented team of Microsoft MVPs, Microsoft Virtualization is the leading resource for a full installation, migration, or integration of virtual systems. Covers Microsoft virtualization products completely, including Hyper-V Includes a special section on securing virtual infrastructure Gives hands-on instructions to help understand and implement Microsoft solutions. Provides information on implementing virtualization strategies with Microsoft products, covering such topics as creating virtual machines and templates, securing a virtual infrastructure, and deploying App-V packages