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Workstation Pro Free Download
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How to Download VMware Workstation Pro for Free

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VMware Workstation Pro is now available for free personal & commercial use, thanks to a policy change by Broadcom in November 2024. This guide walks you through the steps to download and install it. Understanding VMware Workstation Pro VMware Workstation Pro is a virtualization tool. It used to cost money,...
VMware zero-day vulnerabilities 2025
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VMware ESXi, Workstation & Fusion: Patch Now or Pay Later

Graham
Attackers are hitting VMware hard again. Specifically, three zero-day vulnerabilities - CVE-2025-22224, CVE-2025-22225, and CVE-2025-22226 - are actively exploited as of March 13, 2025. Consequently, Broadcom dropped patches on March 4, 2025, via VMSA-2025-0004. However, over 37,000 ESXi servers remain exposed. So, let’s break this down technically, explore the fixes,...
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VMware VM Backup Solutions Compared 2025

Graham
Virtualization powers modern IT, and VMware continues to lead the pack. However, protecting virtual machines (VMs) is essential. So, how do you choose the right backup tool? Today, I’m comparing VMware backup solutions. Specifically, I’ll explore features, strengths, and what works for you. Why Back Up VMware VMs? This should...
The History of ESXi
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The History of VMware ESXi (2001 to 2025)

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VMware ESXi has been a key player in the virtualization space for over two decades, evolving from its ESX origins into the type-1 hypervisor we know today. This post traces its development from the early ESX releases to the current ESXi 8.0 focusing on the technical milestones and features that...
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Official VMware Visio Stencils & Icons for 2025

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For many years it concerned me that there has been no official Visio Stencils, Draw.io or other Icons for the documentation of VMware solutions. There are some unofficial icon sets / VMware stencils out there and there are a few official product diagrams available but I've never found a complete set...
Evc Mode in Vsphere Clusters a Common Issue How to Fix It
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EVC Mode in vSphere Clusters. A common issue & how to fix it.

Graham
When managing a VMware vSphere environment, one of the critical aspects to consider for operational efficiency, performance, and future-proofing is the use of Enhanced vMotion Compatibility (EVC) mode. Here, we'll dive deep into why enabling EVC mode on new vSphere clusters is not just beneficial but often indispensable, especially when...
Using Ai to Perform Boring Vmware Vsphere Tasks
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Using AI to perform boring VMware vSphere tasks

Graham
Recently I have been thinking more and more about AI and I wondered if it was possible to use AI to automate boring administrative tasks in vSphere.First I though to use some Generative AI to provide instruction on how to perform the task, but I had no way to actually...
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How to ACTUALLY reset the root VCSA password

Graham
A number of KB articles and posts online proved unsuccessful when I let my vCenter Server Appliance root password expire a few days ago. This is a frustrating experience, without an operational root VCSA password, you're unable to upgrade the VCSA and perform some other admin actions. Here are the...
VMware Explore
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What is VMware Explore & Why you should go

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VMware Explore is an evolution of the event previously known as VMworld, which has been rebranded to reflect a broader scope of exploration into the realms of cloud computing, virtualization, and enterprise IT solutions. Here's what you should know about VMware Explore: What is VMware Explore? VMware Explore serves as...
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