Virtualization

Introduction Live migration is a critical capability for modern data centers, allowing administrators to move running virtual machines between Hyper-V hosts without interrupting workloads. While the Hyper-V Manager provides a graphical interface for these operations, PowerShell offers superior control, automation capabilities, and scalability for managing enterprise environments. This comprehensive guide demonstrates how to perform Hyper-V Live Migration PowerShell operations, helping you automate migration tasks efficiently and reliably. Understanding Hyper-V Live Migration Live migration transfers a running virtual machine from one Hyper-V host to another with minimal perceptible downtime. The process...

In modern virtualized environments, the ability to move virtual machine storage without interrupting critical business operations has become essential. Hyper-V Storage Migration, also known as Live Storage Migration, enables administrators to relocate virtual machine disks between storage locations while VMs remain running and accessible to users. This comprehensive guide explores the technical mechanisms, implementation strategies, and best practices based on real-world enterprise deployments. What is Hyper-V Storage Migration?Why Storage Migration MattersHow Storage Migration Works Behind the ScenesThe Migration Process ArchitectureMemory and CPU ImpactStorage Migration vs Live Migration: Key Differences Live...

IntroductionShould I use Live Migration or Storage Migration?What is Live Migration in Hyper-V?How Live Migration WorksRead more about Step-by-step Hyper-V Storage Live MigrationWhat is Storage Migration in Hyper-V?How Storage Migration WorksKey Differences: Live Migration vs Storage MigrationWhen Live Migration Is the Right ChoiceScenarioSolution: Live MigrationResultWhy Storage Migration Would NOT Help HerePerformance and Network ConsiderationsLive Migration Best PracticesStorage Migration Best PracticesDecision Guide: Which Should You Use?Use Live Migration if:Use Storage Migration if:Use Both if:Hyper-V Live Migration vs Storage Migration: Final VerdictWhat is the main difference between Live Migration and Storage Migration...

pfSense is one of the most powerful open-source firewalls and routers available. Running it inside VMware Workstation Pro 17 (the current 2025 version) is an excellent way to build a lab or even protect a small home/office network without dedicating physical hardware. This post is detailed so if you're advanced and know what you doing, it will probably not show you much, but for those who starting their career it might be useful. I'm running a nested lab only on a beefed PC from 3 years ago (64Gb of RAM, 16-core AMD...