Cloud Computing · Unit 4
Virtualization Technology
Exam-focused notes for Virtualization Technology (Cloud Computing, BIT408): what the TU syllabus asks and how it has actually been tested, with 5 solved past questions from this unit.
What this unit covers
- Definition and characteristics of virtualization
- Types of virtualization
- Server virtualization
- Storage virtualization
- Hypervisor definition and roles
- Hypervisor benefits for organizations
- VMware technology and functionality
Definition and characteristics of virtualization
Define virtualization. What is the significance of virtualization in cloud computing? How VMware and hypervisor work?[10]
Virtualization is a technology that allows the creation of multiple virtual instances (virtual machines, virtual servers, virtual storage, etc.) from a single physical hardware resource. It abstracts the physical hardware layer and presents logical or virtu...
Full solved answer →Define virtualization. What are the characteristics of virtualized environments? Describe the types of virtualizations.[10]
Virtualization is a technology that allows the creation of multiple isolated virtual instances (virtual machines, containers, or environments) on a single physical hardware resource. It abstracts the underlying physical infrastructure and presents logical o...
Full solved answer →Server virtualization
How server and storage virtualization can be done? [5]
Server virtualization involves running multiple virtual servers (VMs) on a single physical server. It can be done through: - Install a hypervisor (Type 1 or Type 2) on the physical server - The hypervisor abstracts hardware resources (CPU, RAM, disk, networ...
Full solved answer →Hypervisor definition and roles
Explain the roles of hypervisor in virtualization. Briefly describe different types of virtualizations.[10]
A hypervisor is the core software component that enables virtualization. Its key roles are: - Allocates physical hardware resources (CPU, memory, disk, network) to multiple virtual machines - Manages resource sharing among VMs to prevent conflicts and ensur...
Full solved answer →VMware technology and functionality
What is VMware? Can you explain what a hypervisor does? What are the benefits of using a hypervisor for an organization.[10]
VMware is a leading virtualization software company that provides platforms and tools for creating and managing virtual machines and virtualized computing environments. VMware products enable organizations to run multiple operating systems and applications ...
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