virtualization + cloud computing

[WrigleyF]

I just read an ad that said virtualization is the first step towards cloud computing. Is that true: do you need virtualization before you can move on to cloud computing? Or is that just an advertising line?

[suwunk]

Virtualization is an excellent first step to full cloud adoption, and self-service, private or hybrid cloud services can provide companies with a logical next move along with a robust testing environment.

Read more: http://myhosting.com/blog/2011/06/se...ization-cloud/

[greenmatter]

Good read. Been thinking about this…I use iCloud from Apple now but it is limited for business. Thanks for the link!