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Migrating File Server Applications to Modern VMs & Servers
Legacy file server migrations present a series of challenges and complexities for organizations. In this blog, we'll review some of the common hurdles with file server migrations, and the intricacies that you need to consider. Data Complexity and Volume One of...
VirtaMove: Pioneering Containerization for the Cloud and Beyond
In rapidly evolving IT infrastructure, containers have emerged as a foundational technology, playing a pivotal role in the seamless deployment and scaling of applications in today's cloud environments. Behind the scenes of this revolution is VirtaMove, a pioneer in...
Application Migration Productivity: Rules of Thumb for Moving Apps from 100 Legacy Windows Servers
It has been three years since we first established the productivity and cost guidance for migrating legacy apps to new servers. In that time a lot has changed. Productivity has continued to improve, and costs have reduced. The basic “do nothing” hurdle remains. IT...
Navigating the Risks of Running Unsupported Operating Systems
In today's fast-paced digital landscape, the backbone of many organizations' IT infrastructure lies in their server operating systems. However, as technology evolves, so do the threats that come with it. This reality underscores the critical importance of keeping...
Effective Strategies for Managing Application Technical Debt
In the ever-evolving world of technology, application technical debt poses a significant challenge for businesses aiming to stay competitive. As we step into 2024, finding the right strategies to effectively manage technical debt becomes paramount, and VirtaMove...
To the Cloud and Back
Navigating the Unsettling Landscape of Data Breaches and Ransomware Attacks In an era dominated by digital transformation, the migration to cloud computing has been a prevailing trend for businesses and government agencies alike. The promises of scalability,...
The Best First Move to Manage your Cyber Security Risks
Many companies investigate the cause of cyber security breaches. The annual Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report, along with reports from Symantec, Cisco, Microsoft, and government agencies all focus on analyzing the root cause of computer security breaches....
Breathing New Life into Legacy Applications: A Case for Moving Old Apps to Modern Servers
Moving old applications from your unsupported legacy servers is a big step forward in your IT journey. It opens the door to numerous exciting possibilities. While it’s true that unsupported older legacy servers come with some challenges, here’s why you should look...
Why does whole server file copy software fail to move complex applications to a new OS?
Lately, we’ve noticed a surge of inquiries from customers struggling to make simple file copy software work for server upgrades. There are several reasons why using file copy software to move apps to a new server will almost certainly fail. Here are a few primary...
Modernizing Server Infrastructure In 2023
2023 is setting itself up to be a busy year for modernizing server infrastructure. On January 10th, 2023 Microsoft ended support for Windows Server 2008 hosted on-premise. Customers hosting their Windows Server 2008 environments on Azure will be available to purchase...