Though VMware can be used for a number of reasons, it is most commonly used for business-related purposes. For one, it can be run on a host OS to protect that OS from harm should a virus be downloaded. When this happens, the virtual machine may need to be reinstalled (or reverted back to a previous state if you have VMware backup) but the host machine is perfectly fine, with none of the processes being affected by the virus.

VMware can also be used as a backup in the unfortunate case of a system crash occurring on a business computer. Though most any business can suffer from a computer crash or inability to function, no business suffers more than those that completely rely on information being properly stored and taken care of, such as data centers. Using a virtual machine to run these operations and save the files can completely save all of the data that otherwise would have been lost.

When a computer system fails completely (sometimes even for an unforeseeable reason) important files can be corrupted, and sometimes everything that was installed on the host computer is lost. However, when a person uses VMware as a backup to their host system, computer crashes are easily navigated around in a way that prevents the loss of time and money from the company’s account. Because VMware is easily transported (even mid-process) from one machine to the next, transferring an entire operating system to a working machine is incredibly easy.

Also, VMware can be used to test out software on a virtual operating system before you install it onto the actual computer. This allows the user to tests out all uses of the software and ensure that it will not cause any problems on the host computer before they install it. Also, in the case that the software does cause problems on the virtual machine, VMware backup software can be used to return the virtual machine to its original state. By doing this, you’ll be amazed by just how many computer problems you avoid from imperfect updates!

There are a number of software downloads that will allow you to install a virtual machine onto your computer or office computer system if you wish to take advantage of these uses. Regardless of what type of company you run, it’s likely that your data is of extreme importance to the overall functioning of your business: why risk losing everything, when all it takes is a few software downloads to spare you the pain.