VMware came out with their IPO today. With an initial strike price of $29 it soared up to $55. We'll have to see what the closing price is at the end of the day and they are off to a great start.
First, congratulations to VMware. They are a partner of StillSecure's through our Cobia VMware certification and Strata Guard VMware versions. VMware's IPO is important for several reasons. In addition to serving as a funding and investment event for VMware, it also validates the market for virtualization and promises for a strong future.
I truly believe that virtualization will not only fundamentally change the IT server market but also networking and security. Thinking of a particular hardware appliance only having a fixed set of features is something we won't miss in the not too distant future. In large part those days are here with Cobia, both as a hardware appliance and as a software option. It also sets the stage for many future innovations in virtualization - we've only seen the beginning in many respects.
Congratulations to Vmware on their IPO.
Note: I have a few more thoughts on this on my personal blog if you're interested.
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