Evolution of the Linux Kernel
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What is the main purpose of the devices described in the text?

  • To run multiple operating systems on a single physical host
  • To store data for virtual machines
  • To emulate the underlying hardware for virtual machines
  • To provide input/output for virtual machines (correct)

    • What is the key difference between full virtualization and paravirtualization?

  • In paravirtualization, virtual machines share the underlying physical hardware, while in full virtualization they do not. (correct)
  • Full virtualization allows multiple virtual machines to run on a single physical host, while paravirtualization does not.
  • Full virtualization requires modified operating systems, while paravirtualization does not.
  • Paravirtualization provides each virtual machine with its own virtualized hardware, while full virtualization does not.

    • Which virtualization technique is best suited for improving performance?

  • Container virtualization
  • Hardware-assisted virtualization (correct)
  • Paravirtualization
  • Full virtualization

    • Which virtualization platform is developed and maintained by Microsoft?

    <p>Hyper-V</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of container virtualization?

    <p>To provide isolation at the operating system level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which VMware product is primarily used for server virtualization?

    <p>VMware vSphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What package manager does CentOS use?

    <p>YUM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which operating system is CentOS compatible with?

    <p>Red Hat Enterprise Linux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common disadvantage of using CentOS related to software availability?

    <p>Limited software availability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might CentOS not always have the latest versions of software?

    <p>Focus on stability and reliability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be a challenge for new users or those accustomed to user-friendly distributions when using CentOS?

    <p>Steep learning curve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of features may CentOS lack due to its focus on enterprise features?

    <p>Cutting-edge features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key features of Linux operating systems?

    <p>Open-source code availability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has Linux evolved over the years?

    <p>It has transformed from a hobby project to a widely-used OS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of community contributes to the development and improvement of Linux?

    <p>Global community of developers and users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes Linux highly customizable?

    <p>Wide range of distributions catering to different user needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Linux operating systems?

    <p>Compatibility with only embedded systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why has Linux become a popular platform for open-source software development?

    <p>Availability of free and open-source software repositories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you view network information using nmcli?

    <p>By using the nmcli device command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What command would you use to modify the settings of a specific network interface in nmcli?

    <p>nmcli connection modify</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you assign a static IP address to the interface eth0 using nmcli?

    <p>nmcli connection modify eth0 ipv4.addresses '192.168.1.100/24'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the nmcli connection up command in network configuration?

    <p>To apply changes to a specific network interface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which command can be used to verify the network configuration after making changes using nmcli?

    <p>ip addr show</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the nmcli device command in configuring network interfaces?

    <p>To list all available network interfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Linux's architecture and design philosophy?

    <p>Customization and flexibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a shell in Linux?

    <p>Run commands and programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How would you best describe package management in Linux?

    <p>Governing software installations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the process of creating a virtual version of a physical environment in computing?

    <p>Virtualization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context provided, what is the purpose of downloading Fedora server and installing it on a virtual machine?

    <p>To set up a practice environment for learning purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is choosing between VirtualBox and VMware mentioned in the practice instructions?

    <p>To run Fedora Server as a virtual machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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