Microsoft spies virtual-machine territory
InfoWorld | at | by Mike
Microsoft is on a quest to conquer the world of VM (virtual machines). With its acquisition of San Mateo, Calif.-based Connectix and its flagship virtual-machine software, Microsoft embarks on a strategy to fuel server consolidation and build momentum around its forthcoming Windows Server 2003. The Redmond, Wash.-based software giant's acquisition immediately gives it Connectix Virtual PC for the desktop that allows users to run multiple versions of Windows, Macintosh, and Linux operating systems on the same box.