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What role does a hypervisor play in server virtualization?
What role does a hypervisor play in server virtualization?
- It directly manages physical server hardware without abstracting resources.
- It provides a web interface for users to interact with virtual machines.
- It facilitates the virtualization process by sitting between the hardware and operating systems. (correct)
- It consolidates multiple data centers into a single managed entity.
Why is server virtualization considered a cost-effective solution for IT infrastructure?
Why is server virtualization considered a cost-effective solution for IT infrastructure?
- It enables better utilization of existing resources, reducing the need for additional hardware. (correct)
- It increases energy consumption due to the overhead of running multiple virtual machines.
- It necessitates a complete overhaul of the existing network infrastructure.
- It requires the use of specialized and expensive hardware components.
In the context of server virtualization, what does the term 'isolation' refer to?
In the context of server virtualization, what does the term 'isolation' refer to?
- The exclusive allocation of hardware resources to a single virtual machine.
- The physical separation of servers in different geographic locations.
- The process of restricting network access to certain virtual machines.
- The ability of each virtual machine to operate independently without affecting others. (correct)
Which benefit of server virtualization allows for the quick relocation of VMs to different physical servers?
Which benefit of server virtualization allows for the quick relocation of VMs to different physical servers?
What is a primary advantage of using virtualization for software testing and development?
What is a primary advantage of using virtualization for software testing and development?
What is a key drawback related to resource management in server virtualization?
What is a key drawback related to resource management in server virtualization?
What complexity is introduced when managing a virtualized environment compared to a traditional physical server environment?
What complexity is introduced when managing a virtualized environment compared to a traditional physical server environment?
What security risk is heightened by the use of server virtualization?
What security risk is heightened by the use of server virtualization?
What is the primary problem that 'noisy neighbor' refers to in a virtualized environment?
What is the primary problem that 'noisy neighbor' refers to in a virtualized environment?
What potential issue can arise from the dependency on a specific hypervisor vendor for server virtualization?
What potential issue can arise from the dependency on a specific hypervisor vendor for server virtualization?
How does full virtualization differ from para-virtualization?
How does full virtualization differ from para-virtualization?
What distinguishes OS-level virtualization from full and para-virtualization?
What distinguishes OS-level virtualization from full and para-virtualization?
What is a limitation of using full virtualization regarding the hypervisor's processing needs?
What is a limitation of using full virtualization regarding the hypervisor's processing needs?
What is a critical requirement for virtual servers when using OS-level virtualization?
What is a critical requirement for virtual servers when using OS-level virtualization?
Which is a direct outcome of server virtualization's resource allocation benefit?
Which is a direct outcome of server virtualization's resource allocation benefit?
How does server virtualization contribute to cost savings?
How does server virtualization contribute to cost savings?
What type of cost is specifically associated with the initial implementation of server virtualization?
What type of cost is specifically associated with the initial implementation of server virtualization?
What makes compatibility testing particularly crucial when migrating existing systems to a virtualized platform?
What makes compatibility testing particularly crucial when migrating existing systems to a virtualized platform?
In the context of server virtualization, how do snapshots and backups primarily help organizations?
In the context of server virtualization, how do snapshots and backups primarily help organizations?
Which aspect of virtualized environments is most simplified by centralized management tools?
Which aspect of virtualized environments is most simplified by centralized management tools?
Flashcards
Server Virtualization
Server Virtualization
A technology for creating multiple virtual instances on a single physical server.
Hypervisor
Hypervisor
Software that manages virtual machines, allocating physical resources.
Full Virtualization
Full Virtualization
Uses a hypervisor to communicate with physical resources, each VM operates independently.
Para-Virtualization
Para-Virtualization
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OS-Level Virtualization
OS-Level Virtualization
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Resource Optimization
Resource Optimization
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Isolation
Isolation
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Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation
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Migration and Portability
Migration and Portability
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Snapshot and Backup
Snapshot and Backup
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Easier Management
Easier Management
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Testing and Development
Testing and Development
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Cost Savings
Cost Savings
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Resource Overhead
Resource Overhead
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Complexity
Complexity
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Licensing Costs
Licensing Costs
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Security Concerns
Security Concerns
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Performance Variation
Performance Variation
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Compatibility Issues
Compatibility Issues
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Dependency on Hypervisor Vendor
Dependency on Hypervisor Vendor
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Study Notes
- Server virtualization is a technology that creates multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical server
- VMs act as independent servers, each using its own operating system and software while running on the same physical hardware
- Virtualization uses a hypervisor/Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) which sits between the hardware and operating systems
- The hypervisor allocates resources like CPU, memory, and storage to the VMs
Reason for Server Virtualization
- Server virtualization is a cost-effective method for web hosting services, effectively using existing IT infrastructure
- Without server virtualization, servers use only a small part of their processing power, resulting in idle servers since workload is distributed to a portion of the network's servers
- Data centers become overcrowded with underutilized servers which wastes resources and power
- Server virtualization lets each virtual server act as a unique physical device
- Each virtual server runs its applications and operating system which increases resource utilization and the capacity of physical machines
Types of Server Virtualization
- Full virtualization involves a hypervisor that communicates with the physical server's disk space and CPU
- The hypervisor monitors the physical server's resources and keeps virtual servers separate
- The hypervisor also relays resources to the correct virtual server as it runs applications
- A limitation is the hypervisor's processing needs that can cause decreased applications performance and a impact server performance
- Para-virtualization involves the entire network working to function as a cohesive unit
- Since each OS on the virtual servers is aware of each other, the hypervisor needs less processing power to manage the OSs
- OS-level virtualization does not use a hypervisor, but the virtualization capability performs the hypervisor's tasks
- All virtual servers must run that same operating system under that OS-level virtualization method
Benefits of Server Virtualization
- Server virtualization provides better use of hardware resources
- Multiple VMs allow for maximum usage of CPU, memory, and storage resources
- Isolation ensures each VM functions in an isolated environment, meaning problems are less likely to spread, enhancing security and stability
- It allows for specific resource allocation like CPU, RAM, and storage to each VM so applications get what they need
- VMs can be moved between physical servers to balance workloads, perform hardware maintenance, and achieve high availability
- Virtualization platforms provide ways to create snapshots and backups of VMs to recover from system failures and data loss
- Centralized management tools simplify provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance of VMs
- Virtualization helps with software development and testing
- Isolated VMs let developers create and test without problems
- Hardware and energy costs are reduced by consolidating multiple physical servers onto a single, more powerful server
Drawbacks of Server Virtualization
- Virtualization causes overhead from the hypervisor layer, which slightly reduces overall system performance
- However, advances in hardware and virtualization have lowered this impact
- Virtualized environments are more complex due to tasks like configuring the hypervisor monitor, resource usage across VMs, and dealing with virtual machine sprawl
- While saving costs in hardware, it can cause additional costs for software licenses
- Virtualization introduces new security attack vectors and challenges because compromising a hypervisor could affect all VMs
- Necessary security upgrades involve isolating critical workloads and regular software updates
- VMs’ performance can be affected by other VMs on the same server (noisy neighbor effect)
- Resource management in hypervisors aims to prevent "noisy neighbor" but it's a consideration, especially in multi-tenant environments
- Some legacy applications or hardware may not be compatible with virtualization so testing becomes necessary before migrating existing systems
- Migration between different virtualization platforms can be complex because organizations that invest in a specific hypervisor, may face difficult challenges to switch vendor
- There are upfront costs to consider which could include hardware, software, and training for IT staff
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