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Life & fun · October 10, 2016

MCVirt – Lightweight VM clustering using distributed storage (DRBD)

MCVirt - Command line virtual machine management utility - MCVirt/README.rst at master · ITDevLtd/MCVirt

MCVirt – Lightweight VM clustering using distributed storage (DRBD) launched on October 10, 2016 with 46 votes, #1,526 of 3,690 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

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MCVirt is a lightweight virtual machine clustering system that uses distributed storage via DRBD technology. It enables users to manage and cluster virtual machines across multiple nodes while sharing storage resources efficiently. The software targets system administrators and infrastructure operators who need a cost-effective alternative to traditional hypervisor clustering solutions. MCVirt stands out for its minimalist approach to VM management and its reliance on proven distributed storage technology rather than proprietary solutions.

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