Optimizing Virtual Server: Software configuration tips  Now that
we've looked at how to optimize Microsoft Virtual Server through
hardware configuration, let's consider some ways to achieve the
same thing through software configuration.  1. Through Windows
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Updates. Connect to Microsoft from both the host and guest
operating systems and download all updates. On the host, also
check to see if there are any Virtual Server updates as well.
(I've had success is using the latest service pack beta as well)
After installing any service packs or upgrades on the host
server, be sure to upgrade the "Virtual Machine Additions" on
each guest operating system. Note: You may have to manually
uninstall the prior version from Add/Remove Programs.  2.
Through Page file and performance options.. Set the Host server
to use Memory for foreground programs: Control
Panel>System>Advanced tab>Performance button>Advanced tab>Memory
Usage set to "Programs." This one was surpris