Data Center Virtualization: Challenges and Innovations in Data Protection

Abstract

With the rapid development of information technology, data center virtualization has become a key technology to improve resource utilization and reduce operational costs. However, the complexity and dynamism of virtualized environments bring new challenges to data protection. This paper aims to explore the application of data center virtualization technology and deeply analyze the strategies and technologies for data protection in virtualized environments. The article first reviews the development history of data center virtualization technology and the theoretical basis of data protection, then discusses in detail the application of virtualization technology in actual data centers, including virtualization architecture, implementation steps, and optimization strategies. Subsequently, the paper focuses on analyzing key data protection technologies such as data backup and recovery, data encryption, and the assurance of data integrity and availability, and discusses the practical application of these technologies in virtualized environments. In addition, the article identifies the challenges faced by data protection in virtualized environments and proposes corresponding countermeasures. Finally, the paper summarizes the research findings and offers suggestions for future research directions. Through in-depth research on data center virtualization and data protection, this paper provides theoretical guidance and practical references for data center managers to ensure the security and reliability of data in virtualized environments.