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Deploy KVM ‘Lightning Fast’ with virt-install: Forget the GUI, CLI is King

By IT From Zero June 14, 2026

Learn how to use virt-install to deploy KVM virtual machines via the command line. A detailed guide from basic setup to automation with Cloud-init for Linux admins.

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Creating a Windows VM Template on Proxmox with Sysprep and VirtIO Drivers: Clone VMs in Minutes

By IT From Zero June 13, 2026

A step-by-step guide to creating a Windows VM Template on Proxmox VE with VirtIO Drivers and Sysprep — from optimal VM configuration to batch deployment automation via the Python API. Includes real-world tips from homelab use: pre-sysprep snapshots, template versioning, and how to avoid duplicate SID issues when cloning.

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KVM/QEMU on Fedora Workstation with Virt-manager: Creating, Managing, and Optimizing Linux and Windows Virtual Machines

By IT From Zero June 13, 2026

A complete guide to setting up KVM/QEMU on Fedora Workstation with Virt-manager, from installation to performance tuning. Covers creating Linux and Windows 11 VMs with VirtIO drivers, CPU pinning, snapshots, and common SELinux troubleshooting.

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VMware Paravirtual SCSI (PVSCSI): Reduce CPU Load and Increase Disk Throughput for Virtual Machines

By IT From Zero June 13, 2026

PVSCSI (Paravirtual SCSI) is VMware's optimized virtual adapter that significantly reduces CPU overhead and boosts IOPS compared to the default emulated LSI Logic adapter. This guide covers how to change the SCSI adapter via the GUI, PowerCLI, and .vmx file, with real fio benchmarks on vSphere 8.0.

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How to Install Veeam Backup & Replication for Proxmox VE Virtual Machine Backup

By IT From Zero June 10, 2026

A comparison of vzdump, Proxmox Backup Server, and Veeam to help you choose the right backup solution for your environment. Step-by-step guide to installing Veeam Backup & Replication Community Edition for free, connecting Proxmox VE, creating backup jobs, and performing Instant VM Recovery.

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Mastering Virtual Machines on TrueNAS SCALE: A Comprehensive Home Lab Guide

By IT From Zero June 9, 2026

The ultimate guide to configuring virtual machines on TrueNAS SCALE. Learn to set up Bridge Networks, optimize Zvols, and use VirtIO drivers for maximum Home Lab performance.

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Vagrant + VMware Workstation: The “Killer” Combo for DevOps Lab Environments

By IT From Zero June 9, 2026

Learn how to use Vagrant with VMware Workstation to optimize lab performance. Save disk space with linked clones and discover practical troubleshooting tips for DevOps.

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Run Virtual Machine Apps Directly on Your Host Taskbar with VMware Unity Mode

By IT From Zero June 8, 2026

A guide on running virtual machine apps directly on your host screen using VMware Workstation's Unity Mode. Boost multitasking, seamless copy-paste, and troubleshooting.

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VMware ESXi Graceful Shutdown on Power Failure: Proper Configuration to Prevent VM Corruption

By IT From Zero June 5, 2026

A guide to configuring graceful shutdown for VMware ESXi during power failures: enabling VMware Tools, setting the correct Autostart order, and integrating a UPS (APC PowerChute or NUT + PowerCLI) for automatic safe shutdown. Real-world experience from an 8-host ESXi cluster in production.

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Optimize Proxmox VE in 5 Minutes with Helper Scripts: Remove Subscription Nag and Configure Standard Repos

By IT From Zero June 4, 2026

Forget tedious manual configurations. This guide shows you how to use Helper Scripts to remove the Subscription nag and optimize Proxmox VE in just minutes.