virtualization

When it comes to configuring network-attached storage (NAS) for home or small business use, the debate between Server Message Block (SMB) and Network File System (NFS) as file-sharing protocols often becomes a focal point. But what’s sometimes overlooked is the practical reality that using...

Windows 11 has become an easy target for criticism, with its new system requirements, aggressive update policies, and the relentless push toward Microsoft accounts drawing frequent flak from both power users and everyday consumers. Yet, tucked away in the shadows of those headline-grabbing...

Cloud computing has become an integral part of our digital lives, underpinning services from streaming music to business applications. As the tech industry continues to evolve, acquiring cloud computing skills can open numerous career opportunities. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to...

Tehama Technologies has unveiled Tehama Manager 3.0, a significant advancement in secure virtual desktop solutions, now accessible on end-user Microsoft Azure tenants. This release marks a pivotal collaboration between Tehama and Microsoft, aiming to enhance enterprise security and streamline...

Cuhaci Peterson, a nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm, has embarked on a transformative journey by integrating NVIDIA's virtual GPU (vGPU) technology into its operations. This strategic move aims to eliminate geographic constraints, enhance collaboration, and optimize...

Windows Sandbox remains one of the most underrated features in the Microsoft ecosystem, quietly offering tremendous utility to power users, developers, security-conscious individuals, and IT professionals alike. Introduced by Microsoft in 2019, Windows Sandbox provides a lightweight, disposable...

For organizations that have deployed Windows Server Datacenter Edition but now find themselves needing to switch to the more economical Standard Edition, the downgrade path is neither straightforward nor officially supported by Microsoft as an in-place process. Yet, this scenario is increasingly...

When attempting to install Hyper-V within a Windows Server virtual machine, many IT professionals encounter persistent errors that can derail testing, nested virtualization strategies, or entire hybrid infrastructure plans. As more organizations adopt layered virtualization—running Hyper-V...

As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches on October 14, 2025, organizations must proactively prepare for the transition to Windows 11 to maintain security, compliance, and operational efficiency. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has provided comprehensive guidance to assist...

Upgrading to a new operating system can often seem daunting, especially when transitioning from a familiar environment like Windows 10 to the latest Windows 11 Pro. However, a recent offering aims to simplify this process by bundling a legitimate Windows 11 Pro license with a comprehensive...

Few experiences push the boundaries of both practicality and technical curiosity like the quest to turn virtual machines from specialized tools into genuine daily drivers. For many in the Windows enthusiast and home lab community, laying hands on the likes of Proxmox is an invitation to...

As organizations face the impending end of support for Windows 10, scheduled for October 2025, an urgent question arises: what should be done with millions of perfectly functioning devices that fail to meet the stringent compatibility requirements of Windows 11? Instead of resigning these...

Microsoft has released Azure Linux 3.0.20250702, the latest monthly update to its in-house Linux distribution utilized both internally and by external partners. This July 2025 update introduces a series of security enhancements, feature additions, and performance improvements, underscoring...

When deploying and managing virtual machines (VMs) in Microsoft Azure, system administrators frequently rely on the Azure VM Agent to facilitate robust communication between each guest operating system and Azure’s underlying Fabric Controller. This crucial software component acts as the bridge...

In recent years, vulnerabilities affecting virtualization technology have posed increasingly significant risks for both enterprises and everyday users. Among the latest of these threats is CVE-2025-49683, a critical remote code execution vulnerability targeting Microsoft’s Virtual Hard Disk...

Among the sprawling landscapes of contemporary healthcare IT, the increasingly complex, high-stakes role of the Senior Systems Administrator emerges as both a crucial linchpin and a formidable challenge. As seen through the recent job posting for IT Operations at Sault Area Hospital—advertised...

For decades, the notion of a “home lab” has been a touchstone for the most passionate technologists—those who thrive on hands-on experimentation, relentless troubleshooting, and continual learning. While the tools have evolved from test tubes and kitchen-sink chemistry to servers brimming with...

From an era when the home lab meant more mad science than microservices, the concept of tinkering at home has fundamentally shifted from kitchen-table chaos to a thriving playground for IT professionals and tech enthusiasts. Today’s home lab is not only less explosive, but it’s become a vital...

Windows 11 Pro has made no secret of its ambitions: this is the edition for people who demand more power, more control, and more say over how their systems behave. But for the everyday Windows user—one who doesn’t manage a business network or deploy fleets of laptops—the temptation to shell out...

As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life on October 14, 2025, the IT landscape finds itself at a pivotal crossroads—a moment marked by urgency, uncertainty, and critical decision-making for organizations worldwide. Despite ongoing advances in Windows 11, Windows 10 retains a robust presence in...