Introduction to VMware
Learn the basics of virtualization and VMware's ecosystem.
What is Virtualization?
Virtualization is a process that allows for more efficient utilization of physical computer hardware. It works by inserting a layer of software, known as a hypervisor, directly on top of the physical hardware.
[Diagram: Traditional vs Virtual Architecture]
Key Components
- ESXi: The bare-metal hypervisor.
- vCenter Server: Centralized management platform.
- vSphere Client: The HTML5-based user interface.