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VMware Server vs Windows Deployment Services

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

VMware Server

VMware Server

Virtualization

VMware Server is a free virtualization product that allows users to run multiple virtual machines on a single physical server. It provides a simple interface for creating, running, and managing virtual machines.

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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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