Virtualization is the process of creating the virtual version of a device or resource such as server, storage device, network or even an operating system. The different types of virtualization are classified according to its functions and applications; these include network virtualization, storage virtualization, server virtualization, operating system virtualization and also application virtualization. Fast and efficient virtualization solutions are increasing the applications of virtualization in a phenomenal way; besides large corporate organisations are introducing latest virtualization products with new features and better performance for advanced functions. Leading corporate organisations such as HP are providing phenomenal contributions in the field of virtualization with the introduction of new virtualization products. HP converged S System 200-HC StoreVirtual System is the fastest way to deploy and manage virtual infrastructure; it deploys a complete virtualized environment in 15 minutes. It is pre-configured with servers, storage, networking and VMware vSphere to complete deployment of virtualized environment in 15 minutes. HP StoreVirtual VSA is another product that expands the value of the server by co-locating data services and applications. The HP StoreVirtual Storage products is providing advanced virtualization solutions with the introduction of fully hyper –converged virtualization systems to meet the rapidly changing business requirements of organizations. HP is known for its storage solutions that that improve server virtualization; the HP storage solutions for server virtualization enable organisations to achieve performance and availability targets within budget. There are also other leading organisations such as Intel, IBM, Dell and even Microsoft introducing virtualization products and rendering virtualization services to the increasing top clientele. There are many leading products introduced by these top corporate; Dell and Microsoft are known for their data center virtualization products and services; while IBM is in the limelight for its integral solutions such as Rational Test Virtualization Server.







