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Fling update: Boomerang 2.0.0 released

Fling update: Boomerang 2.0.0 released

VMware labs released a new version for their Boomerang fling, now bringing the version number to 2.0.0. The download size is about 12MB. Quote taken from the Fling page: VMware Boomerang is a radically simple client application that allows you to use multiple vSphere servers simultaneously. Simply select “Add a Server…” to connect and login to an ESX server, vCenter server, or View Connection Server and you will be presented with a list of all available virtual machines. What’s new?…

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VMware WSX July Tech Preview now available

VMware WSX July Tech Preview now available

“Virtual Machines in Your Browser”, it sounds cool right? A few months ago the first “WSX” Technical Preview was released. Then the second preview was released which included a Windows installer and some major updates and now the next release is now out! Keep in mind that this software is experimental at the moment and there is no date known when this will be officially released. You can download it on the Workstation Technology Preview 2012 forum. Just click “Downloads”…

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New VMware patch released: Auto Start Bug Fixed

New VMware patch released: Auto Start Bug Fixed

When VMware release ESXi 5.0 Update 1 the auto start manager broke which was first discovered and discussed on the communities and later on in an official blog post. VMware now released a new patch which resolves this issue. The new patch also fixes some other bugs and security issues. Installing the patch does require a reboot of the host before it works again. If you have ESXi 5.0 Update 1 installed I suggest you update as soon as possible…

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Zimbra 8.0 beta released

Zimbra 8.0 beta released

Yesterday VMware made an announcement regarding the upcoming release on Zimbra, bringing the current version onto 8.0. The current beta number is version 5. This release is available as an appliance or as an iso for a full install. This major version got a design revamp and some new stuff under the hood. End Users Seamlessly Connect to Their Personal Clouds Zimbra provides end users with a feature-rich browser-based experience that enables them to seamlessly and securely connect to their…

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New book by VMware: VMware vSphere 5 Building a Virtual Datacenter

New book by VMware: VMware vSphere 5 Building a Virtual Datacenter

VMware announced a new upcoming book called “VMware vSphere 5 Building a Virtual Datacenter”. You can pre-order it now over at Pearson! The rapidly evolving field of virtualization and its many dimensions, can be confusing. This book is definitive practical guide for IT decision-makers and professionals responsible for evaluating, planning, implementing, or managing vSphere 5 in datacenter environments. Two world-class VMware virtualization consultants begin by concisely reviewing the fundamentals of modern virtualization with vSphere 5. They present overviews to the…

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