If you’re virtualizing server workloads, do yourself a favor and create a golden image. Go ahead, be as meticulous as you want, because you’ll only have to do it once. I’m a fan of using Ubuntu for Linux servers, simply … Continued
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1. Download and install Ubuntu on VM Note: Remove unnecessary hardware and disable in bios Note: Edit the .vms file adding bios.forceSetupOnce = “TRUE” so you can get into the bios Note: Don’t select any packages. De-select all in the … Continued
Make Visual Studio work with VMWare Fusion Shares
VMWare Fusion allows Mac users to run virtualized operating systems. The “Shared Folder” feature allows for sharing profile folders on the Mac (Desktop, Documents, Music, Pictures) with virtualized operating systems. Having a shared work space eliminates the need for duplication … Continued
Build an ESXi server on the Cheap
If your a network admin, and you’re not using virtualization in your disaster recovery, then you’re probably being negligent. VMware ESXi is free. You can’t do all of the fancy stuff, like VM motion, but it is the same bare-metal … Continued
Create an IDS on the Cheap
Having an Intrusion Detection System isn’t optional for network admins that are audited. An IDS is also very handy to have as it shows you everything that is going on. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on … Continued