A virtual infrastructure offers many benefits, including more efficient use of resources, reduction in server sprawl, and reduced capital expenditures for test and development environments. While ESX Server has been a boon for test and development activities, it is rapidly making its way into the mainstream production environments of many organizations.
Whatever your motive for moving to a virtualized environment, the key to a successful deployment is solid planning. This section guides you through the planning process.
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