Why Azure Virtual Machines are the Key to Scalability and Flexibility in the Cloud

A virtual machine (VM) is a software-based emulation of a physical computer that operates as if it were a separate physical machine. It allows multiple operating systems to run on a single physical machine, providing users with the ability to run different applications or software on the same hardware.

VMs are widely used in various industries for a variety of purposes, such as software development, testing, virtualization, cloud computing, and more. They offer a cost-effective and efficient way to utilize resources and improve flexibility and scalability in IT environments.

Popular virtual machine software includes VMware, VirtualBox, and Microsoft Hyper-V, among others. These platforms allow users to create, manage, and run virtual machines with different operating systems and configurations.