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March 10, 2017 10 Mar'17
VCDX certification price change frustrates prospects

For the first time in years, VMware increased prices for its certifications -- and IT pros aren't thrilled with how much more they'll have to pay for the VCDX certification, in particular.
August 28, 2015 28 Aug'15
Extra perk of VMUG Advantage is extended licensing program

It's not a rebirth of the VMware Technology Network, but VMUG Advantage gives subscribers a trial period of a year for several VMware products.
September 30, 2013 30 Sep'13
VMware VCA exam is the first step in new certification tracks

The VMware Certified Associate (VCA) exam, while not overly technical, can help people who need to prove they understand various VMware technologies.
May 09, 2013 09 May'13
VMware administrator job description calls for vSphere, cloud know-how

VSphere experience is a must-have in job listings for VMware administrators, but vCloud and Hyper-V know-how are on hiring managers' wish lists too.

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VMware Cloud Native Master Services Competency: What to know

VMware's Cloud Native Master Services Competency now offers certification and training on container management and Tanzu. Continue Reading
Top vendor SDDC certification programs for admins

If you decide to grow your knowledge of software-defined data center technologies, VMware, Nuage Networks and Microsoft offer courses and certifications to get you up to speed. Continue Reading
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IT certification vs. degree: Which is better for your career?

IT professionals can further their skills through degree programs and certifications. While certifications are a cost-effective option, degrees offer a more well-rounded education. Continue Reading
How to set up a VMware home lab on a budget

Set up a small, energy-efficient, at-home VMware virtualization lab for under $1,000 by evaluating your PC, software subscription and storage options. Continue Reading
What the VMware VCP certification backtrack means for you

In 2019, VMware rolled back its VCP certification policy. This means that expired VCP 4 and 5 certificates have gone live again, and VCP names now correlate with year. Continue Reading

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3 FAQs to guide a VMware virtual lab setup

VMware home labs require hardware and software, which can get complex. These three FAQs can guide you toward an efficient and cost-effective home lab that can run ESXi or NSX. Continue Reading
Why a VMware certification is still a valuable asset

In the cloud era, renewing or upgrading a VMware certification might feel like a waste of time, effort and money. But for some admins, it might still be a good idea. Continue Reading
Deploy a virtual container host with vSphere Integrated Containers

VMware vSphere Integrated Containers uses virtual container hosts and Docker commands to deploy, test and run virtual containers in a vSphere environment. Continue Reading

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How to install ESXi on a USB drive and why you should

With just a USB flash drive and an ISO image, you can install VMware ESXi. Learn how this can save you time and money, as well as two methods for installation. Continue Reading
How do you configure ESXi time sync through the vSphere Web Client?

Configuring ESXi time sync should be a top priority for admins once installation is complete -- failure to do so could result in application failure, VM issues and more. Continue Reading
Remove snapshots without issue by being prepared

Data center admins often run into problems when it comes to snapshot removal. The best way to avoid these issues is to prevent them in the first place. Continue Reading