These questions are so far removed from practical network management as to be worthless. Though part of the networking landscape, I hardly think that anyone is left pondering the significance of VM, MS, AC or anything else beyond just trying to do the basics.

Everyone is so focused on technology silos that they don't know how to manage the network. The geeks just want their technology merit badges so they can increase their market value. "I know VM Ware and SonicWall..." as part of their credentialization. Knowing how to set-up and configure a particular product is a good foundation but doesn't necessarily translate into a well-run network that actually delivers bottom-line results.

The 6 burners I'd like to see people answer are:
Is your network actually producing a business ROI?
Have you overspent on IT security?
Do you know what's happening on the network?
How do you verify everything is working ok?
When was the last time you checked?
If the CEO asked for a complete status report and you were in the midst of 2 projects and daily helpdesk calls, could you do produce one in a week?