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June 12, 2025

Building and Monitoring a Homelab with StorMagic

Let's build and monitor a capable homelab setup using StorMagic SvSAN, SvHCI, and Edge Control with no need for a rack of enterprise gear.
June 10, 2025

What’s New in Our Cloud-based Management Tool for Edge IT? Edge Control 1.4.0

A cloud-based fleet management tool for edge environments. It makes it easier for organizations managing IT across distributed, remote locations.
May 22, 2025

What Is a Homelab and Why Is It Important?

Discover what a homelab is, why it's essential for IT learning, and how it helps pros build skills in virtualization and edge computing.
May 20, 2025

Type 1 vs Type 2 Hypervisors: Key Differences Explained

A type 1 hypervisor runs on bare metal, and a type 2 hypervisor runs as software on top of an operating system. What are the key differences?
May 15, 2025

What is a VM Snapshot?

A VM snapshot is a copy of a virtual machine (VM) at a specific point in time. It captures the VM's data and state.
May 7, 2025

Inside Our New Global Partner Program: Redefining Partner Success

Discover how we’ve reshaped our global partner program to support your success. Learn why you should become a partner with StorMagic.
April 17, 2025

Should You Stay or Should You Go? VMware Migration

If you’re deciding whether to migrate away from VMware, you’re not alone. Luckily, multiple vendors have stepped up with strong, viable alternatives.
April 11, 2025

Installing StorMagic SvSAN Plugin: A First-hand Experience

The straightforward, user-friendly installation process demonstrates that SvSAN is a compelling option for edge computing and remote office deployments.
March 25, 2025

Are There Realistic Alternatives to VMware?

The vendor landscape has adapted quickly to changes in Broadcom’s licensing model, meaning that there are now many great alternatives to VMware.
March 18, 2025

VMware Licensing Changes: The 3-year Lock-in and More

VMware licensing changes cause intense grapple in the hyperconverged infrastructure market.