Virtualization is overwhelmingly used for cloud computing, and open virtualization enables open clouds. KVM is an open proven, enterprise-ready virtualization technology that helps enable interoperability and portability so customers can avoid vendor lock-in.
But, as cloud computing becomes more accepted, the focus is also shifting to cost containment, making KVM a desirable addition to data center environments. For cloud service providers in particular, cost efficiency is important so that they can provide services at reasonable prices. Important advances have also been made in management solutions that enable KVM to be controlled alongside other virtualization technologies like VMware. For example, IBM Systems Director VMControl enables the management of virtual environments across multiple virtualization technologies and hardware platforms.
