About Virtual Machines - Intro

Introduction to virtual machines

TECH

h mark Taylor

1/17/20251 min read

Virtual machines (VMs) are software emulations of physical computers that run on a host system, allowing multiple operating systems to operate simultaneously on a single hardware platform. They serve numerous purposes, including software development, testing environments, and server virtualization, enabling organizations to maximize resource utilization and improve efficiency. Users can enhance security and stability by isolating applications in separate VMs, as issues in one virtual machine do not affect others. Additionally, virtual machines are instrumental in cloud computing, offering scalable computing resources that can be adjusted according to demand. Users can create, configure, and manage these virtual environments through hypervisor software, effectively allowing them to run various applications without the need for additional physical hardware. Overall, virtual machines provide flexibility and cost savings, making them an essential tool in modern computing.

This 10-minute trainer video session introduces a quick overview of Virtual Machines.

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