Microsoft releases Hyper-V virtual technology test version

According to foreign media reports, Microsoft released the long-awaited Windows Server 2008 Virtual Technology yper-V test version ahead of schedule on Thursday.

Microsoft said that Hyper-V software was previously named "Viridian" and can be downloaded from the company's website. The company plans to use the software in Windows Server 2008's current 64-bit test version. This software can also be downloaded and used.

Virtual Technology can run multiple operating systems on one server. To cut costs in data centers and IT environments, many companies are very interested in virtual technology.

Microsoft's Hyper-V software has gained the advantages of Intel and AMD virtualization microprocessor, and will help Microsoft compete with VMware, the leading virtualization manufacturer. VMware has already introduced hypervisor technology to the market, this technology enables the interactive platform to support servers to run different operating systems of multiple versions. Such as Windows and Linux.

Microsoft said that Windows Server 2008 will eventually provide multiple versions, including those without Hyper-V. The company plans to release a product named Microsoft Hyper-V server in a specific virtualization environment in the second half of next year.