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Virtual Machine

The document outlines three types of virtual machines: System Virtual Machines, which provide full OS virtualization using hypervisors; Process Virtual Machines, which execute single processes in a platform-independent manner; and Application Virtual Machines, which run individual applications in isolated environments. Each type has distinct implementations and features, such as strong isolation for System VMs and lightweight execution for Application VMs. Overall, virtual machines enhance resource utilization, security, and portability in various computing environments.

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Virtual Machine

The document outlines three types of virtual machines: System Virtual Machines, which provide full OS virtualization using hypervisors; Process Virtual Machines, which execute single processes in a platform-independent manner; and Application Virtual Machines, which run individual applications in isolated environments. Each type has distinct implementations and features, such as strong isolation for System VMs and lightweight execution for Application VMs. Overall, virtual machines enhance resource utilization, security, and portability in various computing environments.

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Q. Explain various types of virtual machines and their implementation and features in detail.

1. Introduction

A Virtual Machine (VM) is a software-based emulation of a physical computer.

It allows multiple operating systems or applications to run independently on the same


hardware, improving resource utilization and isolation.

2. Types of Virtual Machines

A. System Virtual Machine

Purpose:

Provides a complete environment to run an entire operating system.

Implementation:

Requires a hypervisor (VMM) to manage VMs.

• Type 1 Hypervisor (Bare-metal): Runs directly on hardware

Example: VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V

• Type 2 Hypervisor (Hosted): Runs on top of host OS

Example: VirtualBox, VMware Workstation


Features:

• Full OS-level virtualization


• Strong isolation between guest OSes
• Supports multiple OS on one machine

B. Process Virtual Machine

Purpose:

Executes a single process in a platform-independent environment.

Implementation:

Runs on top of host OS and provides high-level abstraction.

Examples:

• Java Virtual Machine (JVM)


• .NET CLR

Features:

• Starts with process, ends when process ends


• Does not virtualize full hardware
• Enables cross-platform execution
C. Application Virtual Machine

Purpose:

Runs individual applications in isolated environments.

Implementation:

Uses containerization or compatibility layers.

Examples:

• Docker (container-based)
• Wine (runs Windows apps on Linux)

Features:

• Lightweight and fast


• Isolated app execution
• Ideal for DevOps and testing

3. Diagram – Virtual Machine Types


[Physical Hardware]
↓
[Type 1 Hypervisor] → [Guest OSes]

[Host OS]
↓
[Type 2 Hypervisor] → [VM]

[JVM or CLR] → [Process VM]

[Docker/Wine] → [Application VM]

4. Comparison Table
VM Type Purpose Example Features
System VM Full OS VMware, Hyper-V Full hardware virtual.
Process VM Single Process JVM, .NET CLR Platform independence
App VM One Application Docker, Wine Lightweight, isolated

5. Conclusion

Virtual machines enable efficient, secure, and portable system usage.

• System VMs offer full OS virtualization


• Process VMs enable platform-neutral program execution
• Application VMs allow sandboxed app deployment

They are essential in cloud, testing, and software deployment.

Suitable to confidently score 16/16 marks under CS3451 Unit 5.

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