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Symmetrical Multiprocessing in the Physical and Virtual World

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Humair

The continuous shrinking of transistor size has pushed the limits of how many transistors can be placed on a single die (currently in the millions). In consequence, to utilize the increased amount of transistors, the CPU or “the core” has … Continue reading →

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Using the VI Java API with VMware ESXi

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Humair

Earlier this year, when I first thought to test out the VI Java API, I estimated I would spend several hours learning the API just to write a simple test program. I was surprised when in less than two hours, … Continue reading →

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The Power of Virtualization – a competitive edge

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Humair

In today’s world, technology and science play a huge role in competitive advantage. Those who know how to exploit the power of technology to help them meet their goals will exceed with less effort and will accomplish more with the … Continue reading →

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Linux with Windows Apps

Posted on March 29, 2009 by Humair

In terms of using Ubuntu Linux as my laptop operating system, I have often been put in the predicament of needing to use applications that either I only have for Windows or applications that are not available for Linux. In … Continue reading →

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Run Windows & Linux on the same PC at the same time!

Posted on January 1, 2009 by Humair

I’m currently writing this blog from a 1 GB Lenovo NetBook running Ubuntu Linux 8.10 inside virtualization software installed on Windows XP Home Edition. I have been experimenting with different hosted virtualization software to compare and contrast – I have … Continue reading →

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