I am sure you know what the virutal machine is and many of you might be using it on daily basis. But have you ever heard software virtualization or even used it? Michael Otey mentioned this software, Altiris Software Virtualization Solution, on the latest WindowsITPro, and pointing out that if you would like to run the new version of Microsoft Office but hang on to the old version “just in case” or like to test some beta software but can't get past the fear of messing up the underlying infrastructure, this solution is for you.
Software Virtualization Solution allows you to instantly activate, deactivate or reset application and completely avoid conflicts between applications. It ensures applications use the correct files and registry settings, without modifying the operating system and without interfering with other applications. With this SVS in hand, you don't need to worry the bad designed software ruin your system any more. Is it difficult to use? Not at all. Just install, create layer for the application that you want to virtualize, and go. And more attractively, you can download the personal-use version for free. It definitely worth a try.
More info about Software Virtualization Solution
Download the personal-use version of SVS here