### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Server Virtualization Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Server Virtualization Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Server Virtualization Software Articles [![What Is A Virtual Machine? How Does It Work?](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/what%20is%20a%20virtual%20machine.png "What Is A Virtual Machine? How Does It Work?")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-a-virtual-machine) [ ### What Is A Virtual Machine? How Does It Work? ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-a-virtual-machine) You’re reading this article on a computer. That’s a fact.  [ ![Mary Clare Novak](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Mary Clare Novak") MCN ](https://learn.g2.com/author/mary-clare-novak) by Mary Clare Novak [![Serverless Architecture: What It Is, Benefits, and Limitations](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/serverless%20architecture.png "Serverless Architecture: What It Is, Benefits, and Limitations")](https://www.g2.com/articles/serverless-architecture) [ ### Serverless Architecture: What It Is, Benefits, and Limitations ](https://www.g2.com/articles/serverless-architecture) Shipping faster, building momentum, and growing market share is the dream of any enterprise leader. [ ![Sudipto Paul](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Sudipto Paul") SP ](https://learn.g2.com/author/sudipto-paul) by Sudipto Paul [![ESXiArgs Ransomware—Server Virtualization Is Risky If You Don’t Manage It](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Virtual%20Servers%20G2.jpg "ESXiArgs Ransomware—Server Virtualization Is Risky If You Don’t Manage It")](https://www.g2.com/articles/esxiargs-ransomware-server-virtualization-is-risky-if-you-dont-manage-it) [ ### ESXiArgs Ransomware—Server Virtualization Is Risky If You Don’t Manage It ](https://www.g2.com/articles/esxiargs-ransomware-server-virtualization-is-risky-if-you-dont-manage-it) Server virtualization software enables organizations to deliver more capabilities on a budget. But this comes at the cost of security. Virtual servers are one of the prime targets of ransomware attacks. In the past week, ransomware called ESXiArgs has been attacking a server virtualization product VMWare ESXi. [ ![Tian Lin](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Tian Lin") TL ](https://learn.g2.com/author/tian-lin) by Tian Lin ## Server Virtualization Software Glossary Terms [![Hypervisors](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI875_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bhypervisor%5D_V1a.png "Hypervisors")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/hypervisors-definition) [Hypervisors](https://www.g2.com/glossary/hypervisors-definition) Hypervisors are software that allows host computers to support multiple virtual machines. These portable tools optimize the resources. Learn how they work. by Alyssa Towns [![Remote Server](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI802_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bremote_server%5D_V1b.png "Remote Server")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/remote-server-definition) [Remote Server](https://www.g2.com/glossary/remote-server-definition) Remote server is a computer that hosts, stores, or runs applications over a network so users can access data, tools, and services from anywhere. by Sagar Joshi [![Virtual Machine](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI761_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bvirtual_machine%5D_V1a.png "Virtual Machine")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/virtual-machine-definition) [Virtual Machine](https://www.g2.com/glossary/virtual-machine-definition) A virtual machine is the virtualization of a computer system; it uses software instead of hardware to run programs. Learn about its types and use cases. by Sagar Joshi [![Server Virtualization](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/server%20virtualization-techgloss-PF.jpg "Server Virtualization")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/server-virtualization-definition) [Server Virtualization](https://www.g2.com/glossary/server-virtualization-definition) What is server virtualization, and why is it important as a software feature? Our G2 guide can help you understand server virtualization, how it’s used by industry professionals, and its benefits. by Preethica Furtado ## Server Virtualization Software Discussions 0 Question on: Google Compute Engine [What is a compute instance?](/discussions/what-is-a-compute-instance) What is a compute instance? It is virtual machine offering from Google Cloud Answered: Parth Shah on September 19, 2025 Cloud providers like AWS, GCP, or Azure create compute instances by taking physical servers in their data centers and dividing them into smaller, isolated virtual machines. Each compute instance has its own CPU, memory (RAM), storage, and operating system, and you can use it just like a regular computer. Answered: Pushpraj kushwaha on September 19, 2025 [See more answers (1)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-a-compute-instance/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Triton DataCenter [What is Joyent Triton used for?](/discussions/what-is-joyent-triton-used-for) What is Joyent Triton used for? Triton DataCenter is an on-premises solution designed for managing and hosting virtual machines (VMs) within an organization's own data center. It provides a scalable and efficient environment for VM deployment, emphasizing operational simplicity and resource optimization. Triton streamlines tasks like provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance, while ensuring secure and isolated VM operations. This makes it ideal for businesses seeking control over their infrastructure with the flexibility and efficiency of modern cloud-like management capabilities. Answered: Nick Wilkens on December 16, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-joyent-triton-used-for/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: VMware vSphere [Is ESXi software free?](/discussions/is-esxi-software-free) Is ESXi software free? ESXi has a free version! Basic features, perfect for personal use or testing. No advanced features or official support, but it's free forever. Paid editions and other free hypervisors also exist - pick the one that fits your needs and budget. Answered: Narendra Ahirwar on January 10, 2024 No its not free. but trail available. Answered: Sumit Kumar on May 16, 2023 no but you can use the evaluation version for 3 month and then you can take a decision Answered: Abd El-Rahman Salah El-Dien on December 8, 2022 Simple answer: No Answered: Isai Catalan on April 6, 2023 [See more answers (3)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/is-esxi-software-free/comments/new?remote=true) - ‹ Prev‹ Prev - 1 - [2](/categories/server-virtualization/resources?discussions_page=2) - [3](/categories/server-virtualization/resources?discussions_page=3) - [4](/categories/server-virtualization/resources?discussions_page=4) - [5](/categories/server-virtualization/resources?discussions_page=5) - … - [13](/categories/server-virtualization/resources?discussions_page=13) - [14](/categories/server-virtualization/resources?discussions_page=14) - [Next ›Next ›](/categories/server-virtualization/resources?discussions_page=2) ## Server Virtualization Software Reports Mid-Market Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Summer 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Mid-Market Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Server Virtualization Spring 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report