Virtual Machines

Introduction to Virtual Machines

Virtual machines make it easy to run multiple operating systems on one computer, making them essential for modern computing. An example would be running a Windows OS on a Macbook.

At Doprax, we’ve simplified virtualization with powerful technology and an easy-to-use interface. Our virtual machines are powered by automation tools such as Ansible, so you can set up your virtual machines and manage them effortlessly.

Why Choose Virtual Machines?

Virtual machines are a great choice for many use cases, including:

1. Customization: If you need full control over your server environment, virtual machines let you configure hardware, software, and networking to fit your specific needs.
2. Running legacy applications: Running legacy applications that may not be compatible with modern hosting platforms. So, if you have older applications that don’t work on modern hosting platforms, virtual machines provide an isolated environment to keep them running smoothly.
3. Handling heavy workloads: For intensive workloads or tasks like data analysis, machine learning, or simulations, virtual machines offer dedicated resources to ensure top performance.
4. Advanced networking: If you need complex networking setups, like load balancing, VPNs, or custom routing, virtual machines give you the flexibility to configure everything as needed.

When to Choose Virtual Machines vs. Container platform

Choose virtual machines if:

• Your application is not containerized (Dockerized).
• You need full control over the server environment, including the operating system, software, and network configurations.
• Your applications require specific hardware configurations or need to utilize specialized hardware features.
• You have legacy applications that are not compatible with modern cloud platforms.
• Your workloads demand high computational power, extensive memory, or significant storage resources.

Choose container platform if:

• You want a hassle-free, managed platform with automatic scaling and load balancing for your applications.
• Rapid deployment and easy scalability are crucial for your project.
• You prefer a platform that abstracts infrastructure management, allowing you to focus solely on your application development.
• Your applications require built-in features like databases, caches, and other services without the need for manual configuration.

Whether you need full control with our virtual machines or a hassle-free deployment experience with our container platform, Doprax has you covered. Our ecosystem is built to support a variety of use cases, so you can choose the best fit for your needs.

Not sure which option works best for you? Our support team is always ready to help.

Get started exploring the flexibility of virtualization or the ease of containerization on Doprax.