[BlueOnyx:08614] Re: XenServer

[Colin Jack]

Hi Joachim,

> I´m using Xenserver (the free one) to virtualise both (Linux and Windows).
> I have´d used VmWare Esxi 4.x before (also free), but Xen is more comfortable
> and have a few features more for me.
> Both are running stable, but you are right: VmWare is heavy expensive if you
> are buying the license - xenserver´s pricing is ok I think.
> Both free solutions don´t have backup integrated.
> I think the performance from Vmware is with windows better than xen, but I
> don´t have tests.

Thanks

The paid for version of XenServer certainly looks pretty good - with full HA etc.

Also taking a look at Oracle VM

I have downloaded a trial copy - just need to find some suitable hardware in my shed to test it ;)

Regards

Colin