When it comes to file virtualization, there is a lot of confusion about what it really is because virtualization can mean so many things. However, file virtualization focuses on file-level activities, rather than block storage activities. In general, file virtualization is the ability to virtualize a file-type environment. This basic outline of file virtualization is surprisingly one of the most common questions surrounding this technology.

In this Podcast, industry expert Greg Schulz, founder and senior analyst with the Storage I/O Group answers some of the other most pressing questions on file virtualization, including:

• Who should be using file virtualization and who should be considering it for the future
• What are the benefits of file virtualization
• How is file virtualization usually accomplished
• What are the pros and cons to file virtualization appliances
• Are there limits or problems to be aware of
• And much more

Listen to this Podcast to find out the truth about file virtualization.