VMworld 2009: All the news
All the news from VMware's big show in San Francisco.


It's been one of the toughest years in VMware's history, as the recession and competition have eaten into its always massive growth.
But that said, the technology remains at the forefront of everyone's minds, especially with the potential for cost savings. Here's our coverage of the show - bookmark this page and we'll update it as the show progresses.
Are you at the show? Let us know what you think at comments@itpro.co.uk.
News
VMware takes enterprise front against Microsoft
Desktop virutalisation gets easier for businesses
VMware demos mobile app virtualisation
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Bigger salaries, more burnout: Is the CISO role in crisis?
In-depth CISOs are more stressed than ever before – but why is this and what can be done?
By Kate O'Flaherty Published
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Cheap cyber crime kits can be bought on the dark web for less than $25
News Research from NordVPN shows phishing kits are now widely available on the dark web and via messaging apps like Telegram, and are often selling for less than $25.
By Emma Woollacott Published
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Broadcom records huge growth as CEO Hock Tan hails “successful integration” of VMware
Analysis The VMware acquisition is finally paying dividends for Broadcom
By George Fitzmaurice Published
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Broadcom EMEA CTO claims the company has been able to solve most of its customer issues following VMware acquisition
News Joe Baguley says the firm has been walking customers through license changes and explaining the value of VMware
By George Fitzmaurice Published
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Cloud repatriation may be nipping at hyperscaler market share, but it’s a boon for VMware
News The firm’s private cloud offerings put it in a strong position to aid customers moving workloads out of the public cloud – but repatriation can’t be the only conversation
By George Fitzmaurice Published
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Pure Storage announces VM assessment service – and it could please beleaguered VMware customers
News The firm unveiled a new tool for managing VM costs as part of its Pure//Accelerate London 2024 event
By George Fitzmaurice Published
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Is a VMware exodus looming? Disgruntled customers are actively seeking alternative providers or exploring open source options in the wake of Broadcom’s acquisition
News VMware customers say they are seriously considering alternative providers in light of the turbulence and increasing costs that followed its acquisition by Broadcom
By Solomon Klappholz Last updated
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Broadcom wants to unlock private cloud’s potential with VMware Cloud Foundation 9
News An emphasis on simplicity matched with improved customer controls underpins the latest VCF improvements
By Rory Bathgate Published
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VMware license changes could spark a wave of data center 'devirtualization'
News The increased costs associated with Broadcom’s VMware acquisition is one of the key drivers behind this predicted shift
By George Fitzmaurice Published