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Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 R2 review

7.3

Editors' Rating

Very Good

5.5

Members' Rating

Average

Typical price:Free

Verdict

This is an effective server virtualisation tool, now available as a free download. However, Linux support is limited, and overall it’s not quite a match for VMWare... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Free download
  • 64-bit and multi-processor support
  • PXE provisioning of virtual machines
  • Virtual disk re-sizing and VM snapshot facility
  • Official support for Linux VMs

Cons

  • Windows host only
  • No virtual SMP
  • No support for 64-bit guest operating systems
  • Limited Linux support
  • Clunky browser-based management

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Member Opinion

5.5

Average Member Rating

Average

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