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virtualization
running simulated computers on one physical machine
In more detail
1. (noun) the process of creating a virtual (software-based) version of a physical computer system, network, or storage device
2. (noun) the technology that allows multiple operating systems or applications to run on a single physical machine
Examples
- 1. Virtualization allows companies to reduce hardware costs by running multiple servers on one machine.
- 2. Cloud providers use virtualization to efficiently share computing resources among many customers.
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