virtual machine
"Virtual machines" allow multiple operating systems to run on a single physical computer by emulating separate, isolated environments.
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Definition
B2Computing
(technical)A software-based emulation of a physical computer that runs its own operating system and applications.
Example
- Developers often use a virtual machine to test software in different operating systems.
- By using virtual machines, companies can maximize the use of their hardware resources.
C1Computing
(technical)An isolated computing environment created by virtualization software to run multiple operating systems on one physical machine.
Example
- A virtual machine allows multiple users to run different operating systems on the same server.
- The hypervisor manages the virtual machines, ensuring they operate independently.