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Open-source VM migration tool OpenVDDK released as VMware alternative

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An architect has developed an open-source alternative to VMware's VM migration tool, which is reportedly no longer accessible. This new tool, named OpenVDDK, is designed to facilitate the migration of virtual machines. It is claimed to already be in use in production environments at a significant scale. AI

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Open-source VM migration tool OpenVDDK released as VMware alternative

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Simon Sharwood ·

    Architect creates open-source replacement for VM migration tool VMware has hidden

    OpenVDDK is reportedly already being used in production, at scale

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