Virtual Machine Concepts: skill check

What is a virtual machine (VM)?

• A physical computer
• A software-based computer
• A type of computer monitor
• A computer network

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a virtual machine?

• To replace physical computers entirely
• To run multiple operating systems on one physical computer
• To increase the speed of internet connections
• To create physical copies of digital files

What is the software called that creates and manages virtual machines?

• Virtual Machine Manager
• Operating System
• Hypervisor
• BIOS

Which of these is NOT a benefit of using virtual machines?

• Cost savings
• Improved physical computer performance
• Easier system recovery
• Ability to run multiple operating systems

What does VM stand for in the context of this topic?

• Very Modern
• Visual Memory
• Virtual Machine
• Volatile Management

Which company created one of the first widely-used virtual machine software products?

• Microsoft
• Apple
• VMware
• Intel

What resource does a virtual machine share with its host computer?

• Physical hardware
• IP address
• Operating system
• User accounts

In what situation might a software developer use a virtual machine?

• To test software on different operating systems
• To increase the physical memory of their computer
• To improve their typing speed
• To create 3D models

What is a "snapshot" in the context of virtual machines?

• A photo of the computer screen
• A saved state of the virtual machine
• A type of virtual machine virus
• A method to transfer files between VMs

Which of these operating systems can be run on a virtual machine?

• Only Windows
• Only Linux
• Only macOS
• Any operating system