Research Paper Homework: Server Virtualization
You have read about server virtualization and cloud computing in chapter 6 of your textbook. For your written homework this week, complete a case study of the organization you work for (use a hypothetical or "other" organization if more applicable) that will address the following prompts:
a. Describe the organization's environment, and evaluate its preparedness for virtualization.
b. Explain Microsoft (or another product) licensing for virtualized environments.
c. Recommend a configuration for shared storage; make sure to discuss the need for high availability and redundancy for virtualization for the organization.
d. Explain Windows Azure capabilities for virtual machines and managing a hybrid cloud, including Windows Azure's Internet as a Service (IaaS) and storage capabilities.
Make a recommendation for cloud computer use in the organization, including a justification for your recommendations.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.