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Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware raises concerns around restrictive licensing models, rising support costs and feature-availability, within IT organizations, especially as their software licenses come up for renewal. While the popularity of Proxmox VE is noteworthy for businesses looking to switch certain production environments away from VMware to a more flexible, open-source alternative, its growing interest…

In a post “VMware by Broadcom” era with concerns rising among organization’s with approaching renewal dates, choosing the right Open Source hypervisor can significantly impact operational efficiency, IT scalability and costs when evaluating VMware alternatives. One solution that’s been gaining traction amongst Pogo Linux customers is Proxmox VE (Virtual Environment), a powerful, enterprise-grade hypervisor that’s…

With the virtualization market expected to surge, many decision-makers are now exploring these open-source alternatives to reduce IT costs while keeping up with ever-increasing demands for digital transformation. Previously, we explored the case for Open Source virtualization, along with technical, financial, and operational benefits. This article cover the top five open-source alternatives to VMware ESXi…

The last two decades, virtualization has become a cornerstone for modern IT infrastructures, allowing businesses to maximize their hardware investment and improve operational efficiency. In this article, we’ll cover the top five open-source alternatives to VMware ESXi, ideal for SMBs looking for cost-effective, scalable, and reliable virtualization solutions. We’ll also touch on key considerations like…

The acquisition of VMware by Broadcom has sent ripples through the tech industry, particularly among small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that rely heavily on VMware’s products and services. While mergers of this scale often bring promises of innovation and enhanced service offerings, they can also introduce unforeseen challenges, especially for SMBs with limited resources. This…