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Vladan Seget
Vladan Seget
IT Consultant and VMware expert. Vladan is the Executive Editor of ESX Virtualization, a premier technical blog at vladan.fr. Specializing in vSphere infrastructure and data center automation, Vladan holds both VCAP-DCA and VCAP-DCD certifications. A VMware vExpert since 2009, he provides deep-dive technical insights into virtualization trends, storage, and cloud computing.
Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • May 21, 2025

What to do if your vCenter server password expires

If your VMware vCenter Server Root Password has expired and you can’t log in, don’t panic. Our latest step-by-step guide shows how to reset the password – even if you don’t know the old one – and how to configure expiration settings to avoid it next time.
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • May 15, 2025

Proxmox 8.4 release with new features is a viable alternative to VMware and Hyper-V

Proxmox VE 8.4 doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel, but it adds some helpful features for everyday use – all in a free, open-source package. If you’re using Proxmox already or thinking about switching from VMware or Hyper-V, this update is worth checking out in our latest guide.
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • May 14, 2025

Open-source and cross-platform alternative to TeamViewer called RustDesk

RustDesk is the open-source remote desktop app that lets you ditch third-party servers and host your own. With support for Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS, it’s a powerful alternative to commercial tools like TeamViewer and AnyDesk – but without the restrictions. Learn more about RustDesk features and use cases.
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • April 16, 2025

VMware Licensing Shift: Critical Patches Stay, but Sub-72 Core Users Get Squeezed

SMBs should be aware that VMware / Broadcom ’s new rules could be a big blow to your budget. With a 72-core minimum license requirement, you could end up paying for more than you use. And that’s not the only bad news. 
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • April 9, 2025

Debloat your Windows – a couple of tools to help

Speed up your Windows with free tools to clean, optimize, and declutter. Simple, effective, and no cost at all.
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • April 1, 2025

What’s New in ReFS in Windows Server 2025? Features, Benefits & Improvements

Microsoft is making big improvements to ReFS in Windows Server 2025! With new features, ReFS is more powerful than ever.
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • March 25, 2025

OSconfig in Action: Maintaining Security and Configuration Compliance

Keeping your security settings consistent across all your servers can be a challenge. OSConfig helps prevent configuration drift by automatically enforcing security baselines in Windows Server 2025. Learn how to install, configure, and take advantage of this must-have security tool.
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • March 18, 2025

Netsh: The Swiss Army Knife for Windows Network Management

Need to check your network status, tweak firewall rules, or configure WiFi settings? Netsh is a built-in Windows tool that lets you do all that and more from the command line.
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Vladan Seget
  • Vladan Seget
  • March 11, 2025

Boost your productivity with Microsoft Windows 2025 Dev Drive

If you’re running Windows Server 2025 or Windows 11, you can create a Dev Drive – an optimized volume designed for development workloads. Find out how to set it up and boost your build performance.
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