What is a Virtual Data Center?

A virtual data center, also known as a, is a cloud-based IT solution that allows for cost-savings and scalability. It combines server virtualization (which allows multiple VMs to run on the same physical machine) along with network virtualization, as well as storage virtualization. This unified framework delivers IT as an service to applications as well as end-users on premises, the cloud, or in a hybrid environment.

A VDC reduces the time that IT teams in maintaining physical hardware. This lets them focus more on productive tasks, like the deployment and management of business applications. It also lowers operational costs by removing the need for expensive hardware procurement and management. It also lowers energy bills and power consumption by keeping servers running cooler and more explanation efficiently.

With a VDC IT administrators can easily increase capacity to accommodate rapidly rising bandwidth demands and other IT resource needs. This is particularly helpful for businesses experiencing fluctuating business activity during the season as it allows IT staff to allocate additional resources quickly and efficiently without the expense of buying or installing new hardware.

A VDC can allow IT administrators to centrally manage and control all of their IT infrastructure through an user-friendly management tool. This cuts down on overhead and enables IT to reach higher levels of productivity and efficiency, which can translate into real business value such as reduced costs and higher productivity.