A virtual machine, or VM for short, can be considered as a computer within a computer.

Basically, it is software that acts like a physical machine.

It uses its own designated memory that is cut off from the rest of the computer.

Backup VMWare ensures that you never lose data due to destruction of your physical machine.

There are two categories of virtual machines. The first is the system virtual machine.

This type of VM acts as a second operating system on your computer, but in isolation from other operating systems.

For example, multiple virtual machines can run on one physical machine in order to provide server consolidation.

This is a more efficient way to provide separate servers on one machine and still keep them separate.

It also allows a user to run multiple operating systems on one computer in order to support software that may not have bee updated for newer versions of an operating system.

The other type of VM is the process virtual machine, sometimes called the application virtual machine.

Instead of being designated for certain operating systems, this VM runs as an application within your operating system, supporting a single process and destroying itself once that process is finished.

VMware is the specific software that allows the virtualization of computer hardware.

It is especially handy for those who switch between working from home and in an office.

You can use backup VMware to access your home computer from the office, and vice versa, as the software allows the guest operating system to be used on each computer.

It also allows you to use multiple operating systems without having separate IP addresses for each.

The loss of data always poses huge problems to companies and individuals. Backing up your data is a must.

As with any data storage on a computer, you need to protect your virtual machine.

When you have a computer problem, you want to be able to access your data as quickly as possible.

With backup VMware, you can restore your virtual environment quickly and efficiently with less money spent.

Virtual environments are great for IT teams, as they allow experts to fix problems or help users without having to physically be at the user’s machine.

They can add and remove programs, run updates, and help users figure out solutions to whatever issues they may be having.

VMware can also help administrators test software, configurations, and new coding before implementing them into their networks.

Source:http://www.burbank.com/story/Use-Backup-VMWare-to-Save-Virtual-Machine-Data/132128

Getac, known for its ruggadized computer solutions, has announced its convertible, multitouch tablet PC made of magnesium alloy.

Built to perform in a number harsh environments, the Getac V200 is taking hits and making guarantees.

This PC is powered by Intel’s Core i7-620LM processor, running 2GHZ to 2.8GHZ with Turbo Boost.

The V200 comes standard with a shock mounted, 320GB hard drive–you can swap it out for an 80GB solid state drive upon configuration.

The multitouch is resistive, rather than touch sentitive, meaning you can use it with your gloves on.

The screen measures 12.1-inches and weighs less than 6 pounds. The design supports a full-size keyboard as well as 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 2.1 connectivity, and 10/100/1000 Giga LAN.

Ports include USB, VGA, RS232, eSATA, SD card reader, and PCMCIA. It also comes with a fingerprint scanner and hardware encryption for security.

Getac’s V200 also features the company’s LifeSupport battery swapping system that allows you to swap batteries in the field without shutting the system down.

Simply enter into standby mode and you will have 2 minutes to swap batteries without closing any applications or programs.

The V200 is IP65 compliant for resilience to dust, vibration, water, and temperatures as low as -20 degrees centigrade.

The V200 will be available starting in October and, SlashGear reports, it will be priced between $3,799 and $5,099 depending on sceen size and options included upon order.

Source:http://www.gearlog.com/2010/09/getac_introduces_v200_rugged_c.php

Providing a shelf that can fit in a typical computer cabinet as well as a server rack cabinet has been very difficult due to the variances of usable cabinet depths” according to Kevin Hunt, VP Sales & Marketing.

A typical computer cabinet is usually around 25-30 inches deep while a typical server rack can range from 30-42 inches deep. Compounding the problem has been the need for both solid and vented shelves depending on the application.

ISC now offers modular shelves that address these problems. All three shelves allow the entire surface to expand or contract versus the mounting ears only extensions of the past.

The end user now can house deeper hardware on a shelf than previous shelves.

These universal modular 19″ rackmount shelves are available in two series with three different range possibilities that will fit most any of today’s computer cabinet or server rack applications.

The 1906 Series has a solid bottom with a range of 22-40 inches. The VSA series has a vented bottom and two different ranges.

The VSA-1626 adjusts from 16-26 inches and the VSA 2744 adjusts from 27-44 inches.

Source:http://www.onlineprnews.com/news/58982-1283757022-isc-introduces-3new-server-rack-computer-cabinet-modular-19inch-rackmount-shelf-options.html

A leading provider of integrated CAD/CAM solutions for mold, tool and die makers as well as manufacturers of discrete parts, announced a new CimatronE product, the SuperBox, a first-of-its-kind device that reduces the load on computers and speeds up toolpath calculations for multiple NC programmers.

“Up to 50% of a typical NC user’s day can be consumed by long toolpath calculations,” said Roy Sterenthal, Cimatron’s VP of R&D. “And even if these calculations are done in the background, they put a very significant load on the user’s PC resources.

Anything that can free up the user’s computer and expedite these calculations results in a huge productivity boost for NC users, and that was our aim when we developed the SuperBox.”

The SuperBox, a combined Hardware/Software solution, only requires a power outlet and a network connection within the customer premises. Once the SuperBox is plugged in, all CimatronE NC seats automatically offload most of their calculation tasks to it, thereby freeing up resources of individual work stations.

The SuperBox contains a state-of-the-art multi-core CPU and ample RAM, so calculation rates are significantly increased as well.

To push performance even higher, the SuperBox can execute multiple concurrent procedure calculations (for procedures with no stock dependency, as in Finish), which shortens total calculation time for entire projects.

“The central concept of the SuperBox is that it’s simple,” said Danny Haran, Cimatron’s CEO. “You plug the SuperBox in, and everyone starts working faster. That’s all: no training, no implementation process, no headache.

It is truly plug-and-play. NC Programmers save precious time and improve their programming experience, and managers are pleased because they can leverage the increase in productivity.”

The SuperBox architecture is fully scalable, and multiple SuperBoxes can be used to support more users and heavier workloads; the more you have, the faster you get.

Source:http://www.marketwatch.com/story/cimatrone-to-introduce-new-productivity-acceleration-device-for-nc-programmers-2010-09-07?reflink=MW_news_stmp