Ten virtualisation companies to watch

These technology innovators promise products that boost performance, make management easier or otherwise enhance your virtualisation experience.

By Joanne Cummings, Network World | Network World US
Published: 01:00 GMT, 06 November 07

Everybody knows virtualisation isn't just about VMware any more. Many users are past the rush to server virtualisation and now need to increase the benefits of the move.

They need not only to improve efficiency, performance and management, but also to find ways to extend the technology to their desktop, storage and mobile environments. That's a heavy burden. Product choices can be overwhelming, and a starting point difficult to find.

Get on your way with promising products from these 10 companies:
Desktop management: Kidaro, Provision Networks, XDS I/O processing bottlenecks: 3Leaf Systems, InovaWave Unwieldy file storage: Attune Systems Virtual server management: Insystek, Scalent Systems, ToutVirtual Disaster recovery: Marathon Technologies

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