Virtualization

Beyond the Cloud: 2025 Virtualization Licensing Guide - Part II

Beyond the Cloud: 2025 Virtualization Licensing Guide - Part II

Virtualization licensing just got complicated. With VMware's Broadcom acquisition driving 3x cost increases and Microsoft introducing new subscription models, IT leaders need a clear roadmap. This blog provides the analysis and insights you need to make informed decisions that align with your budget and strategy.

Welcome to Part 2 of our “Beyond the Cloud: The Case for On-Premises Virtualization” series. In our introductory post, we explored why organizations are reconsidering their virtualization strategies post-VMware acquisition. In Part 1, we conducted a detailed five-year Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis comparing Windows Hyper-V, Azure VMware Solution (AVS), and Azure Local, revealing how different cost structures impact long-term budgets. A key factor driving those cost differences was how each platform’s licensing model works.
Powerful, Practical, Proven: Why WSFC and Hyper‑V Deserve a Second Look

Powerful, Practical, Proven: Why WSFC and Hyper‑V Deserve a Second Look

Virtualization is a cornerstone of modern IT infrastructure, and while VMware vSphere has long been a leader, Microsoft's Windows Server Failover Clustering with Hyper-V offers a compelling alternative for organizations seeking cost-effective, high-performance virtualization.

Why Choose Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC) with Hyper‑V Over VMware Virtualization is a cornerstone of modern IT infrastructure, and VMware vSphere has long been a leader in this space. However, Microsoft’s Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC) with Hyper‑V offers a compelling alternative for organizations seeking a cost-effective, high-performance virtualization platform. In this post, targeted at IT professionals, we’ll explore why WSFC with Hyper‑V is a strong alternative to VMware – emphasizing the ability to leverage existing hardware (reducing new hardware costs), the performance benefits of Hyper‑V, available management tools, feature comparisons with VMware, and a look at licensing and cost differences.