--- title: What to Look For Next Week at VMworld description: "Next week marks the start of VMworld 2014, what's sure to be a whirlwind look at the latest and greatest in cloud and virtualization software. IT pros in attendance can expect to learn where the virtualization leader is headed and its vision for virtually managed data centers, among other topics. Here are some wishlist news that the InfoWorld team hopes to see:" canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/what-look-next-week-vmworld/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) # What to Look For Next Week at VMworld Next week marks the start of VMworld 2014, what's sure to be a whirlwind look at the latest and greatest in cloud and virtualization software. IT pros in attendance can expect to learn where the virtualization leader is headed and its vision for virtually managed data centers, among other topics. Here are some wishlist news that the InfoWorld team hopes to see: [Try Now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/cloud/trial/) [![Image 2: Acronis Editorial Team](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/d85707ae91461544212d39836dc32b42.png)](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/acronis/ "Acronis Editorial Team") [Acronis Editorial Team](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/acronis/) 2 min read Last updated 23 November 2022 Next week marks the start of VMworld 2014, what's sure to be a whirlwind look at the latest and greatest in cloud and virtualization software. IT pros in attendance can expect to learn where the virtualization leader is headed and its vision for virtually managed data centers, among other topics. Here are some wishlist news that the InfoWorld team hopes to see: 1. Private cloud software and a package that combines public cloud and on-premises software 2. Encourage mainstream adoption of SDN offerings 3. Easy integration of virtualization for data storage 4. Focus on mobile 5. Secure data center information using the hypervisor The Acronis team will be on hand all week. Be sure to stop by booth #1904 to talk all things data protection! Read more at InfoWorld ## Must Reads: #### Latest Ransomware Demands $300 for Data PandaLabs recently discovered a ransomware called Trj/Crypdef.A, which encrypts files before making an offer users can't refuse: Users can rescue their data by paying a mere $300. Those who refuse will see the cost increase to $600 in five days or $1,000 in 10 days. What a steal! Image backup can help users avoid this extortion scheme altogether. (via BetaNews) #### A Look Back at the USB In the era of modern mobile devices, it's easy to take the humble USB port for granted. But unlike its bulky predecessors, the USB has constantly evolved to improve speed and compatibility. Thanks to widespread adoption, the small port isn't going anywhere anytime soon. (via ArsTechina) #### Chinese Medical Records Out in the Open The largest cyberattack involving patient information jeopardized 4.5 million medical records at the Community Health Services in China. The attack was the result of malicious software, though Community Health Services representatives say the software has been removed. (via the Los Angeles Times) [Image via Can Stock Photo] [Cybersecurity](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/tags/cybersecurity/) [Cyber protection](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/tags/cyber-protection/) ## Written by ![Image 3: Acronis Editorial Team](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/d85707ae91461544212d39836dc32b42.png) Acronis Editorial Team Acronis is a global cyber protection company that provides natively integrated cybersecurity, data protection, and endpoint management for managed service providers (MSPs), small and medium businesses (SMBs), and enterprise IT departments. 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