Guide Note

VMware is a company that works within the virtualization sector. The company's software programs allow you to virtually create another operating system inside your computer. The software runs on a number of different operating systems, including: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.

Fast Facts

1. Stock symbol: VMW, NYSE
2. Annual revenue (2007): $1.326 billion
3. Founders: Diane Greene, Mendel Rosenblum, Scott Devine, Edward Wang and Edouard Bugnion
4. Year Established: 1998
5. Industry: Software
6. Phone: 1-650-4275000
7. Fax: 1-650-4275001
8. HQ: Palo Alto, California
9. President and CEO: Diane B. Greene
10. CFO: Mark S. Peek
11. Staff: 5,000
12. Other key people: Joseph M. Tucci, Chairman of the Board

VMware provides software that enables users to virtualizes their computer. The software assists in a number if IT issues, such as: infrastructure optimization, business continuity, software lifecycle management and desktop management. The company offers products for two sub-segments: Virtualization Platforms and Virtual Infrastructure Automation and Management.