VMware ESXi vs vSphere vs vCenter Explained
Confused by ESXi, vSphere, and vCenter? Here's what each one actually is, how they fit together, and when you need vCenter versus a standalone ESXi host.
Sysadmin Desk Sep 20, 2026 7 min read
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VMware Snapshots Explained: Why They Are Not Backups
How VMware snapshots and delta disks really work, why they grow and slow your VMs, the 72-hour rule, and why a snapshot is not a backup. Practical guidance.
Sysadmin Desk Jun 21, 2026 7 min read
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Proxmox VE vs VMware ESXi: Which One Should You Use?
An honest Proxmox VE vs VMware ESXi comparison after the Broadcom changes: licensing and cost, features, clustering, backup, hardware support, and who each one fits.
Sysadmin Desk Jun 15, 2026 7 min read