May 2015
Beginner to intermediate
228 pages
5h 34m
English
Overview
This book provides an in-depth introduction to VMware vSphere 5.5, focusing on the tools and best practices for effectively virtualizing and managing IT infrastructures. You'll gain hands-on knowledge about creating virtual machines, configuring networks and storage, and using advanced features like vMotion, vSAN, and VMware NSX.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the architecture and components of VMware vSphere 5.5, including ESXi and vCenter Server.
- Learn to create, manage, and optimize virtual machines efficiently.
- Master the concepts of virtual networking using vNetwork Switches and VMware NSX.
- Implement shared storage solutions and explore capabilities like vSAN and fault tolerance.
- Delve into essential management techniques, such as updating, performance monitoring, and securing your vSphere environment.
Author(s)
N. Kumar and N. Stankowic are experienced system virtualization specialists with years of professional expertise in deploying and managing VMware vSphere environments. They bring a clear and concise teaching style to this book, aiming to make virtualization accessible to IT professionals.
Who is it for?
This book is designed for IT professionals and system administrators looking to expand their knowledge of VMware vSphere 5.5 and related virtualization technologies. If you are responsible for managing IT infrastructures, have a basic understanding of virtualization but want to master vSphere concepts, this is the book for you. No prior deep expertise is required, but familiarity with virtualized environments will be beneficial. Perfect for professionals aiming to enhance their virtualization skills and improve IT infrastructure efficiency.
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