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Jul 16

Dan Mitchell, vExpert and author of VMware vSphere for Dummies speaking at NEVMUG 2012

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July 16, 2012

I will be speaking at the New England VMware Users Group (NEVMUG) on Thursday, July 19th, 2012. The session is titled “Virtualization 101” and is a great introduction to virtual technology. Here is the session description:

Virtualization 101
Thursday 7/19/2012 @ 12:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium

Mastering the principals of virtualization is the foundation of a
trouble-free environment. Whether you are just starting out or an
seasoned veteran, Dan Mitchell, VMware vExpert and author of
VMware vSphere for Dummies, will reinforce what it takes to build
a rock solid environment. He will take you through the basics of
installation and networking to the best practices of configuring a
Virtual Machine.

Get all the details at
http://www.vtug.com/summer-slam/summer-slam

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Jul 01

Dan Mitchell – vExpert 2011 (really?)

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July 1, 2011

 

I received an email this morning that started like so:

Dear Dan Mitchell,
We’re pleased to designate you as a vExpert 2011 as recognition of your contributions to the VMware, virtualization, and cloud computing communities. You’ve done work above and beyond, and we’re delighted to

communicate more closely, to share resources, and to offer other opportunities for greater interaction throughout the year as we continue to grow

knowledge and success in the community of IT professionals. Welcome to the vExpert 2011 Program!

I knew I had been nominated, but never thought I would actually get it!

Special thanks to the folks who nominated me, and for all of you who have supported me by buying VMware vSphere for Dummies.

Sincerely,

Dan Mitchell
vExpert 2011
VMware vExpert Logo

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Aug 11

VMware vSphere For Dummies book

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August 11, 2010

From the Wiley website:

Wiley::VMware vSphere For Dummies.

A plain-English guide to the market-leading virtualization and cloud computing technology

VMware vSphere for Dummies

With virtualization, a single server can host dozens or hundreds of virtual machines running a variety of operating systems, and even hook them together in a virtual network or cloud infrastructure. This practical guide shows you how to create a virtual system using the VMware VSphere environment.  You’ll find all the information you need to understand, design, and deploy one—without getting overwhelmed with technical detail. And once you’re up and running, this book is the perfect reference for maintenance and troubleshooting issues.

  • Introduces you to virtualization and VMware’s virtualization/cloud computing technology, the most recent version is VMware vSphere Shows you how to design a vSphere environment
  • Covers installation, deployment, management, maintenance, and troubleshooting
  • Provides what IT managers and system administrators need to roll out their first virtualized or cloud infrastructure, or to get up to speed on VMware’s technology

Get up and running on the cloud with VMware vSphere For Dummies!

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