The Future of Computing: Exploring VMware Virtualization Technology

A virtual machine is a software-based emulation of a physical computer that runs an operating system and applications just like a physical computer. It allows multiple operating systems to run on a single physical machine, enabling users to run applications that are not supported by their host operating system.

Virtual machines are commonly used for testing software in different environments, running legacy applications, and isolating applications or services to improve security. They are also used in cloud computing to create scalable and flexible infrastructure for running applications and services.