Virtual Machines

A Virtual Machine (VM) is like a computer, but in software form. You can think of a Virtual Machine as a computer within your computer. These ‘virtual computers’ run on a ‘host’ computer and can handle multiple operating systems simultaneously. In practice, this means that a single machine has the ability to function as several ‘computers’, each with its own tasks and processes.

Within Aster’s Datacenter platform, we offer the option to purchase Virtual Machines. Each VM operates as an independent unit with its own operating system, applications and data.

Using our Virtual Machines comes with a range of benefits:

• Flexibility: VMs enable you to adapt your IT infrastructure to your evolving needs without being restricted by hardware limitations.
• High availability: Our platform guarantees high availability of your virtual machines, ensuring that your applications and services are always accessible.
• Security: With virtual firewalls and regular backups of your data, our Virtual Machines provide a high level of security.
• Ease of management: Our virtual machines are easy to manage and maintain, saving you both time and effort.

At Aster, we distinguish between two types of virtual machines: Standard Virtual Machines and Replicated Virtual Machines.

Standard Virtual Machines

Standard VMs are individual virtual servers specifically configured and optimised to operate in our data centres. They provide a dedicated virtual environment for your applications and data, giving you the freedom and flexibility to build and manage your IT infrastructure as you see fit.

Replicated Virtual Machines

Replicated VMs offer additional protection for your data and applications by regularly replicating them to another location. This enhances availability, data redundancy and reduces the risk of loss in the event of incidents.

Benefits of Replicated Virtual Machines:

• Improved Reliability and Data Availability: Thanks to our advanced replication system, which stores your data in multiple locations, you significantly reduce the risk of data loss and downtime.
• Faster Disaster Recovery and Less Risk of Data Loss: In the event of emergencies or cyberattacks, our system enables a swift switch to the most recent replica. This minimises disruption to your business operations and allows easy recovery from replicated data.
• Shorter Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO): With replication occurring every two hours, your data is always up to date, reducing the time needed to recover operations after an incident.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Our Replicated Virtual Machines scale with your business. You can easily add or remove resources to meet your evolving needs.

Both types of Virtual Machines allow you to select the machine that best fits your specific requirements. From virtual machines with multiple CPU cores and ample RAM for heavy workloads, to machines with fewer resources for lighter tasks.