{"id":4247,"date":"2018-07-31T19:07:28","date_gmt":"2018-07-31T19:07:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ormuco.com\/?p=4247"},"modified":"2019-01-04T17:33:22","modified_gmt":"2019-01-04T17:33:22","slug":"blog-top-benefits-open-source-virtualization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ormuco.com\/fr\/blog\/top-benefits-open-source-virtualization","title":{"rendered":"The Top 6 Benefits of Open Source Virtualization"},"content":{"rendered":"

Virtualization is key in today\u2019s modern IT infrastructures. From \u201cbare metal\u201d virtualization, to VMs and containers, virtual workloads are at the core of many different IT departments. For IT managers, CIOS and other executives, it is more important than ever to invest in a virtualization software that\u2019s flexible, powerful, and scalable. Today, open source virtualization is becoming more commonplace as it offers a number of benefits.<\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll be taking a look at some of these.<\/p>\n

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1. Open Source Virtualization Guarantees Lower Costs <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Open source virtualization can lead to lower overall IT costs.<\/p>\n

Server virtualization already decreases IT costs, by allowing more independent servers and virtual machines to be run on a single piece of hardware \u2013 whether cloud-based or on-premises. But that doesn\u2019t mean that it\u2019s always cheap.<\/p>\n

In fact, some leading companies such as Oracle, Microsoft and VMWare charge steep fees to use their virtualization tools and cloud management platforms. And, in today\u2019s cost-conscious ecosystem, more IT managers are looking to cut unnecessary costs, like licensing fees.<\/p>\n

Open source server virtualization, on the other hand, is free. Consequently, most third-party systems built using an open source technology come in a simplified business model, making them much more accessible than other systems provided by market leaders. This not only guarantees affordability, but also eases scalability because businesses can expand their IT services without fearing to see their budgets\u00a0<\/span>skyrocket.<\/p>\n

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2. Vendor Lock-In Is Over with Open Source Virtualization<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Your data is your most valuable resource<\/a><\/u>. And, to ensure that you maintain control of your data, it\u2019s important to avoid vendor lock-in.<\/p>\n

Popular providers <\/span> may require you to sign longer-term contracts that minimize your ability to easily move your data between different virtualization services. Obviously, this is great for them \u2013 because it helps boost their bottom line. But it\u2019s not as good for consumers. 78% of IT decision-makers have serious concerns about vendor lock-in.<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n

Open source technology allows for easy portability and integration of data, along with compatibility with several third-party software. You have less chances of being locked in with a single vendor with open source.<\/p>\n

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3. Open Source Virtualization Offers\u00a0<\/strong>Increased Flexibility & Ability to Experiment<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>With an open source platform, you and your development team have full access to the entire platform and documentation about how it works. This makes it easier to:<\/p>\n