VMware, Inc. is a leading global provider of cloud computing and virtualization software and services, renowned for its role in revolutionizing the IT industry by popularizing virtualized computing environments. Established in 1998 and based in Palo Alto, California, VMware's technology reduces the complexity of IT environments, providing the infrastructure to deploy and manage software in the form of virtual machines.

The company offers various products and solutions including, but not limited to, desktop software, server software, cloud management, application management, storage, and networking solutions. VMware's flagship product, VMware vSphere, is a platform for virtualizing servers and consolidating applications, which also serves as a cornerstone for cloud computing. VMware continues to be a key player in providing innovative products and solutions that enable businesses to operate more efficiently and securely in a multi-cloud world.