Workshop on Virtualization Essentials: Setting Up and Connecting Virtual Machines

The Professional Development Committee of UTAS-Nizwa successfully organized a workshop titled "Virtualization Essentials: Setting Up and Connecting Virtual Machines" on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Venue A135. The session was conducted by Dr. Narayanasamy Rajendran, Lecturer at UTAS-Nizwa, and was attended by faculty members and students keen to enhance their understanding of virtualization technologies.

The workshop commenced at 12:00 PM with an introduction to virtualization concepts, emphasizing its significance in modern computing environments. Dr. Narayanasamy Rajendran explained the fundamentals of virtual machines (VMs), detailing the process of setting up, configuring, and connecting virtual instances efficiently. His session included interactive demonstrations, allowing participants to engage practically and experience firsthand the advantages of virtualization in various IT applications.

Throughout the session, attendees gained insight into best practices, optimization techniques, and security considerations essential for virtual machine management. Dr. Narayanasamy Rajendran highlighted the role of virtualization in cloud computing, data centers, and enterprise environments, making the discussion highly relevant to current industry trends.
The workshop concluded at 01:30 PM, with an engaging Q&A session, where participants discussed real-world applications and potential challenges in virtualization. The attendees found the session highly valuable, enhancing their technical competencies and inspiring further exploration of advanced virtualization technologies.

This Professional Development initiative successfully contributed to knowledge-sharing and skill-building, reinforcing UTAS-Nizwa’s commitment to academic and professional excellence in computing and information technology.

Writeup by Dr. Narayanasamy Rajendran