Virtualisation not only changes our IT delivery, but it changes the way we think; virtual hosting is taking us away from the one desktop to one operating system mentality.
Being able to simultaneously run multiple operating systems is the gift of virtualisation. Virtual hosting is becoming more popular with businesses of all sizes, but particularly SMEs and start-ups. But it’s changing more than just the way we deliver an IT infrastructure – it’s changing the way we think and our entire outlook on modern computation.
Altering the way we compute, both in our heads and on our desktops, virtual hosting is bringing a new technological revolution into the 21st Century. We no longer need a separate physical computer for every single operating environment – and in this day and age, virtual machines can be isolated from others, so testing new software will not pose a risk on your existing network setup.
Different Forms of Virtual Hosting
- Private Cloud Hosting: within private clouds, there is an exclusive computing environment within an organisation’s own boundaries. This is ideal for government agencies which see data protection as a vital part of their strategy.
- External Cloud Hosting: Resources are available on a self-service basis over the internet.
- Hybrid Virtual Hosting: consisting of multiple internal and external providers, this combines both a private and external environment.
Shaping the Future, Building New Ideas…
Virtual hosting and its cost effective, energy efficient and highly available services have started to re-shape the way that the IT world looks at business/individual computing. It has started to change the mentality of computer users, but those who predict the communal sharing of public servers in the near future could be disappointed. This is an idea that is yet to be explored, and private virtual environments are currently the safest and most popular choice. The private service has been tried and tested and is still cost effective.
Getting Past the ‘One Operating System per Desktop’ Mentality
With virtual hosting, there are so many options to suit different requirements. Whether you are an individual looking for virtualised solutions, or a small to medium enterprise looking for a cost effective virtual hosting service, the one thing you need to remember is that we no longer need one operating system per computer.
This means that running computers is less harmful to the environment, and as virtual hosting customers, we can cut back on our energy bills. If you are interested in saving money, contact SwitchLink to find out more.
