A Deep Dive into Virtual Machines in Azure: Everything You Need to Know

A virtual machine (VM) is a software-based emulation of a physical computer system that runs on a host machine. It allows multiple operating systems to run on a single physical machine, enabling users to run different applications and software on the same hardware. VMs are often used for software development, testing, and running multiple operating systems on a single machine. They provide a flexible and cost-effective way to utilize hardware resources efficiently.