1. DEFINITION:
- Technique to separate service from its physical delivery.
- Involves creating a virtual version of computing resources.
- Allows multiple operating systems and applications to run on the same machine.
- Facilitates resource sharing among multiple users or organizations.
- Essential for delivering Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) in cloud computing.
2. FEATURES:
- Resource Sharing: Allows applications to be shared among multiple users.
- Public and Private Environments: Can be deployed in both public and private cloud environments.
- Efficiency: Reduces the need for physical systems, maximizing resource utilization.
- Third-Party Management: Often managed by third parties to reduce costs.
- Hypervisor Use: Software that connects the server and virtual environments, distributing resources.
3. BENEFITS