Containers vs. Virtual Machines: What you Need to Know
I got the opportunity to sit down with executives from HPE and Docker during HP Discover 2015 in London. The interview is hosted by the always well dressed Paul Muller, VP of Strategic Marketing for HPE. My co-guest is Roger Egan, SVP of Sales for Docker. It was a great conversation on an introduction and various use cases for containers. Here’s the top 4 points from the discussion.
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What are containers vs. VM’s
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What are some operational considerations for containers vs. VM’s
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What are Micro-services
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Can you easily migration VM’s to containers
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Keith Townsend is a seasoned technology leader and Chief Technology Advisor at Futurum Group, specializing in IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, and AI. With expertise spanning cloud, virtualization, networking, and storage, Keith has been a trusted partner in transforming IT operations across industries, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, government, software, and financial services.
Keith’s career highlights include leading global initiatives to consolidate multiple data centers, unify disparate IT operations, and modernize mission-critical platforms for “three-letter” federal agencies. His ability to align complex technology solutions with business objectives has made him a sought-after advisor for organizations navigating digital transformation.
A recognized voice in the industry, Keith combines his deep infrastructure knowledge with AI expertise to help enterprises integrate machine learning and AI-driven solutions into their IT strategies. His leadership has extended to designing scalable architectures that support advanced analytics and automation, empowering businesses to unlock new efficiencies and capabilities.
Whether guiding data center modernization, deploying AI solutions, or advising on cloud strategies, Keith brings a unique blend of technical depth and strategic insight to every project.
