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TechNet Webcast: Working With the VHD File Format in Virtual Server 2005 (Level 300)

Overview Microsoft has set the Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) file format as the standard for running and managing virtual machines using Microsoft Virtual Server 2005. The VHD file format provides for a range of disk types, including dynamically expanding, linked, undo, and differencing disks. This webcast provides detailed information about the file format. In addition, the viewer will learn about best practices and partner offerings in the areas of disk image management and migration.

Further White Paper Details
Publisher	Microsoft
Live Date	31st March 2007 01:00 BST
Format	Webcast
Topics	Application Servers, Hard Drives, Virtualization

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