Hands-On Virtual Computing,
2nd Edition

1. Introduction to Virtual Computing.
2. Working with Oracle Virtual Box.
3. Working with VMware Workstation.
4. Data Center Virtualization and Cloud computing.
5. Installing and Working with Microsoft Hyper-V.
6. Working with Microsoft Hyper-V Virtual Machine Manager.
7. Working with VMware vSphere.
8. Working with VMware vCenter Server.
9. Implementing VMware and Microsoft Virtual Desktop Infrastructures.
10. Using Virtual Computing in a Cloud Environment.
Appendix A: The Technology Behind Virtualization.
Appendix B: Using VMware Player and VMware Fusion.
Appendix C: Introduction to Oracle VM Server for x86 Virtualization.

• Ted Simpson

  Ted Simpson is a long-time Course Technology author. He has been working, teaching, and writing about computers for over 20 years. In 1990, Simpson wrote one of the first books in the Course Technology Networking series, Hands-On Netware 3.11. Ted has used virtualization software to aid in teaching computer lab classes for several years, and has given presentations on virtualization for Course Technology conferences. Ted is currently a certified Novell and Microsoft instructor at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, and the author of many books, including Hands-On Novell Open Enterprise Server, Guide to Novell Netware Administration Enhanced Edition, 70-270, 70-290: MCSE/MCSA Guide to Installing and Managing Microsoft XP Professional and Windows Server 2003, and Virtual Machines Companion, all of which are written for use with virtualization. In addition to classroom teaching and industry training, Ted has been developing curricula for microcomputer related courses since the 1980s and holds the following certifications: A+, Network+, NetWare 6 CNE and CNI, and MCSE.

• Jason Novak

  Jason Novak is a life-long computer enthusiast. In addition to co-authoring HANDS-ON VIRTUAL COMPUTING, Mr. Novak has worked on the successful book VIRTUAL MACHINES COMPANION. Mr. Novak operates his own business that has been developing desktop and mobile applications since 1998. He also uses his skills to offer both computer support and consulting services to a variety of businesses and industries. Mr. Novak is CompTIA A+ certified.

• RE-WRITTEN CONTENT ADDRESSES TODAY’S LATEST DESKTOP VIRTUALIZATION PRODUCTS. Dedicated chapters provide up-to-date coverage of the most current and influential desktop virtualization products, including Oracle VirtualBox, VMware Workstation 12, and Hyper-V. Hands-on activities utilize free downloadable or trial versions of the products.

• NEW CHAPTERS NOW ADDRESS DATA CENTER VIRTUALIZATION EXCLUSIVELY. This edition prepares readers to understand and apply their skills within the software-defined data centers that are reshaping today’s IT infrastructure. Dedicated chapters address vSphere and Hyper-V.

• UPDATES KEEP CONTENT AS CURRENT AS POSSIBLE. New and fresh material addresses the latest Windows 2016 server, Hyper-V, and vSphere 6 software versions. Students learn how to take full advantage of resources, such as cloud based services and the information available from VMware and Microsoft Web sites.

• NEW CHAPTERS FOCUS ON IMPLEMENTING VIRTUAL DESKTOP INFRASTRUCTURE AND CLOUD COMPUTING SERVICES. New Chapter 9 discusses basic virtual desktop infrastructures using VMware Horizon and MS VDI products. A new Chapter 10 addresses using cloud computer with VMware vCloud and MS Azure to enhance IT services that uses either hybrid or private clouds.

• NEW MINDTAP® DIGITAL LEARNING SOLUTION HELPS YOU ENGAGE AND TRANSFORM STUDENTS INTO CRITICAL THINKERS. This new technology allows your students to learn online using a variety of devices. You can personalize assignments or applications and access real-time course analytics. A MindTap® interactive reader helps you further transform cookie cutter into cutting edge, apathy into engagement, and memorizers into higher-level thinkers.

• COVERAGE CONSISTENTLY INTRODUCES THE LATEST VIRTUALIZATION SOFTWARE PRODUCTS FROM ORACLE, VMWARE AND MICROSOFT. Students work with the most recent developments in IT virtualization as they become familiar with Oracle VirtualBox, VMware Workstation, Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware vSphere, VMware, Horizon, Microsoft VDI, and VMware vCloud and Microsoft Azure.

• EXTENSIVE HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES ENABLE READERS TO PRACTICE CONCEPTS. Students are able to practice the virtualization concepts they have just learned within a real-world context. All of this edition’s helpful hands-on activities can be completed with free software downloaded from Oracle, Microsoft and VMware.

• COVERAGE INTRODUCES BOTH VMWARE AND MICROSOFT VIRTUALIZATION PRODUCTS FOR MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY. This comprehensive coverage allows you to use this book whether your course focuses on vSphere or Hyper-V. This content is also helpful fora general course on virtualization that provides a product comparison.

• PRESENTATION IS IDEAL FOR THE TRADITION CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT OR AS A SELF-LEARNING BOOK. Your students can complete exercises and activities using any computer hardware and software that supports MS Windows 10 and later.

• MINDTAP® ONLINE DIGITAL LEARNING SOLUTIONS PROVIDES ONLINE LAB ACTIVITIES. With MindTap®’s adaptability you can allow your students to perform online lab activities and practice their skills from a variety of devices.

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