Dive into the transformative world of OpenShift Virtualization as we highlight its pivotal role in the shift from traditional virtualization infrastructures to modern, Kubernetes-driven environments. At the heart of this discussion is KubeVirt, an innovative extension for Kubernetes that enables the seamless management of virtual machines alongside container workloads. Through an explorative journey, we aim to unravel the complexities of KubeVirt, providing clarity on its origins, development and role in bridging legacy applications with cloud-native paradigms.

Modern Data Center solutions solve business problems by improving efficiency, reliability, scalability, security and innovation. Robust network, storage and server infrastructure, along with cloud-ready application platforms, enable data-driven decision making, performance optimization, cost control and the creation of new business opportunities. By realizing Modern Data Center solutions, businesses can solve current and future challenges, gain a competitive edge and achieve their goals.

This session provides a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Hyper-V, tailored specifically for Virtual Infrastructure Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) considering or managing a migration to Hyper-V. With a focus on comparative analysis, the briefing highlights key architectural, operational, and feature differences between traditional hypervisor and Hyper-V. Attendees will gain insights into how Hyper-V aligns with and diverges from vSphere in terms of management, scalability, performance, and cost-effectiveness. By the end of the session, Virtualization SMEs will be equipped with the foundational knowledge needed to effectively evaluate and transition to Hyper-V within their virtualization strategy.