Computer technology is evolving all the time. There are new ways to network resources and information in a reliable way. We will delve into some of those new products and features, as well as see how it is beneficial to companies.

First is the release of Windows Server 2008 R2, which is an updated version of the original Server 2008 released in early 2008. R2 coincides with release of Windows 7. In addition to all of the updated security and monitoring features of Server 2008, R2 takes a step into the virtualization of the network, including Live Migration and Hyper-V. R2 is also designed to cut down on process and energy use, again through virtualization and other advancing technologies. In all, the original Server 2008 and R2 seem to be a much-needed upgrade to Server 2003.

While talking about Virtualization, it is important to highlight what makes it so useful, and thus so innovative. Virtualization refers to a number of technical ways a computer performs tasks not directly through hardware on that machine. In some instances, it is cloud computing, or running tasks in software, or even virtual memory. But in some situations, virtualization refers to memory, storage or network virtualization. Network virtualization is the processed of creating a virtual network, where a computer set up to that network can access more memory and storage resources than the physical limits of that individual computer. This is beneficial to a company or school because the machines that are accessible to all employees or students do not have to be top-of-the-line to perform like a newer, more expensive machine. This will also cut costs on replacing older machines. Instead of upgrading hardware and software components, the virtual network can just assign more resources to that machine.

In addition to the virtual networks set up by companies, there are also services known as cloud computing. These are resources sold at a by-usage price, similar to utilities such as water plasma torch Manufacturers and electricity. These resources include software subscriptions, memory and storage, and networks and platforms. Businesses provide these services to companies and other network-based systems. Some of the businesses that provide cloud computing include Google and Amazon.

In addition to virtualization, there are tech companies that provide network support for other companies who may be too small to concentrate their resources on IT, or companies that arent looking to hire a full-time IT worker. There are some websites that help your business find network support companies.