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Hypervisors in Cloud Computing
A hypervisor, also known as a virtual machine monitor (VMM), is a critical software layer in virtualization technology. It allows multiple virtual machines (VMs) to run on a single physical hardware system by managing and allocating resources such as CPU, memory, and storage to each VM. Hypervisors ensure that each VM operates independently, with isolated environments, while sharing the underlying hardware.
Imagine you have a single powerful computer, and you want to run multiple operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS simultaneously, each for different tasks. How can you achieve this without buying separate hardware for each OS?Key Functions of Hypervisors
Hypervisors are essential for managing virtual environments effectively. They allocate resources, ensure secure isolation between virtual machines, monitor system performance, and support seamless migration of virtual machines. These functions enable efficient use of hardware and improve system reliability in virtualized infrastructures.
Resource Allocation: Hypervisors play a crucial role in distributing CPU, memory, and storage resources among multiple virtual…
