System and method for computer cluster virtualization using dynamic boot images and virtual disk
US8190714B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 15, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 7, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99931
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for computer cluster virtualization includes selecting a distributed application. A policy associated with the distributed application is retrieved. One of a plurality of nodes is dynamically selected. Then, a boot image of the selected node is reset based, at least in part, on the retrieved policy, with the boot image being compatible with the distributed application. Then, a virtual disk image is associated with the node. At least a portion of the distributed application is then executed on the reset node using the associated virtual disk image.
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