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CloudStack vs Windows Deployment Services

A side-by-side look at CloudStack and Windows Deployment Services. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

CloudStack

CloudStack

Network & Admin

CloudStack is open source cloud computing software that is used to deploy and manage large networks of virtual machines. It provides a web interface and APIs for managing compute, networking, and storage resources pooled from hosts.

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Windows Deployment Services

Windows Deployment Services

Network & Admin

Windows Deployment Services (WDS) is a server role in Windows Server that enables the rapid deployment of Windows operating systems over a network. It works by using PXE boot to allow client devices to boot and install Windows over the network rather than from a CD or USB drive.

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