The great tool contemporary virtual world.
March 26, 2022
The great tool contemporary virtual world.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM)
Linux KVM is a powerful and free (in the case of using Ubuntu for example) virtualization tool. In our organization KVM plays a significant role in DevNet related implementations (especially by using in pair of network appliances + KVM with a variety of firewall/router/VPN box images). AT&T which is one of our carriers and the most well-known SP is also using KVM in its FlexWare environment (Juniper NFX hardware + KVM + vEX/vSRX images).
- Lightweight built-in implementation for all *nix based OS.
- Easy to deploy and manage VMs.
- Freeware (is you are using a free OS).
- Monitoring features (unclear SNMP MIB DB, do not support by the monitoring systems, like Solarwinds and etc.)
- Money saving.
The key points why I made my decision for KVM in comparison with VMWare are: Freeware software (I am using an Ubuntu server OS), Fewer resources usage, vSwitch using that provides the ability to configure dot1q trunks to/between VMs, Stability, and simplicity of using/troubleshooting, Well-known interface (for Linux geeks).
Do you think Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM)'s feature set?
Yes
Did Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) again?
Yes