Hypervisor (VMM)

What Is Hypervisor (VMM)?

A hypervisor, also known as a virtual machine monitor (VMM), is a software program that allows multiple operating systems to run on the same physical computer. It acts as an intermediary between the physical hardware and the virtual machines, allowing them to share resources and communicate with each other. The hypervisor is responsible for managing the virtual machines, allocating resources, and providing security. It also provides a layer of abstraction between the physical hardware and the virtual machines, allowing them to be moved between different physical machines without any changes to the underlying software.

Description

A hypervisor is a software program that enables multiple operating systems to run on the same physical computer. It acts as an intermediary between the physical hardware and the virtual machines, allowing them to share resources and communicate with each other.

Usage and Examples

Hypervisors are commonly used in cloud computing, where multiple virtual machines are hosted on a single physical machine. This allows for greater efficiency and cost savings, as multiple virtual machines can be hosted on a single physical machine. Hypervisors are also used in virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) solutions, where multiple virtual desktops are hosted on a single physical machine. This allows for greater flexibility and scalability, as the number of virtual desktops can be increased or decreased as needed.

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