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Virtual PC vs. Virtual Server: Comparison of Features and Uses

Brief Description
This white paper explains the differences between Virtual PC and Virtual Server and discusses the scenarios in which it is appropriate to use one or the other.

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File Name:VSvsVPC.doc
Version:1.0
Date Published:5/24/2005
Language:English
Download Size:143 KB
Estimated Download Time: 1 min 56K

Overview

Microsoft® Virtual PC 2004 is a virtual machine solution for desktop operating systems. Microsoft Virtual Server 2005, on the other hand, is a solution for server operating systems. Although Virtual PC and Virtual Server share many features in common, they are designed for different purposes. As a result, some of their features are also quite different. This white paper explains the differences between Virtual PC and Virtual Server and discusses the scenarios in which it is appropriate to use one or the other.

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System Requirements

  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1
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