In this new Lab Report, openBench Labs examines AppAssure backup and replication software v4.7 with Symantec Backup Exec 2010 R2. AppAssure implements changed-block tracking technology to provide data protection for both virtual and physical servers in specific OS environments. In contrast, Backup Exec 2010 R2 uses traditional file-based backup to promote compatibility with the largest number of operating systems.
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Virtualization Report 7/15/09 Podcast: Questions around Oracle's plans for Virtual Iron customers has lead to VMware offering those users a hefty discount to switch; and Sun is pushing forward with VirtualBox - announcing the release of a 3.0 version.