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Virtualization allows a single computer to host multiple independent virtual computers that share the host computer hardware.
True
Virtualization software does not separate the actual physical hardware from the virtual machine (VM) instances.
False
Virtual machines (VMs) do not have their own operating systems.
False
An image of a VM cannot be saved as a file and then be re-started when required.
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Cloud computing can exist without the foundation of virtualization.
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Study Notes
Virtualization
- A single computer can host multiple independent virtual computers, sharing the host computer's hardware.
- Virtualization software does not physically separate the hardware from the virtual machine instances.
Characteristics of Virtual Machines
- Virtual machines (VMs) share the host computer's hardware.
- Virtual machines do not have their own operating systems.
Limitations of Virtual Machines
- An image of a VM cannot be saved as a file and re-started when required.
Relationship between Virtualization and Cloud Computing
- Cloud computing does not necessarily require virtualization as its foundation.
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Test your knowledge of virtualization and cloud computing with this quiz. Learn about how virtualization enables a single computer to host multiple independent virtual computers, the role of virtualization software, and the benefits of saving VMs as files for easy restarting.
