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Server virtualization divides physical hardware into separate virtual servers using software. This allows each virtual server to host a different operating system independently. There are three main types of server virtualization: full virtualization, para-virtualization, and OS-level virtualization. Server virtualization provides benefits like development/testing isolation, server consolidation for reduced costs, increased availability through features like live migration, and support for multiple operating systems on one physical machine.

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L3 Server Virtualization 27032023 024633pm

Server virtualization divides physical hardware into separate virtual servers using software. This allows each virtual server to host a different operating system independently. There are three main types of server virtualization: full virtualization, para-virtualization, and OS-level virtualization. Server virtualization provides benefits like development/testing isolation, server consolidation for reduced costs, increased availability through features like live migration, and support for multiple operating systems on one physical machine.

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Virtual Systems and Services

Spring - 2023

BS (IT) - 8 (A) Evening

Bilal Muhammad Iqbal


What is Server Virtualization?

Server virtualization is the process of using software to


divide physical hardware into separate unique virtual
servers.

Once divided, these independent virtual servers can be


used for a multitude of tasks. Each virtual server will be
able to host a different operating system without any
compatibility issues. 
Common Examples of Server Virtualization

Development and Testing

By using a virtual machine for implementation and testing,


you can try new builds without fear of damaging systems. If
issues do arise, the virtual machine can be reset and
attempted again without loss of data or causing downtime
to other systems.

Virtualization also allows for the testing of communication


between virtual machines with the same level of safety and
security. Reducing downtime also means minimizing
maintenance costs and increasing staff productivity.
Consolidation

The most popular use case of virtualization is server


consolidation. You can transfer physical workloads to virtual
machines and then move those virtual platforms onto fewer
physical devices to reduce total server counts and operating
costs.

This process allows you to maximize use of your


infrastructure while saving money. Consolidation is so
common that it can be considered standard practice for
almost any server virtualization scenario. 
Increase Availability

When using multiple virtual machines, there are a number


of features you will gain access to that will improve
availability.

Features, such as live migration, allow for the easy


movement of virtual machines between physical servers
without service disruptions.

With the added availability, critical systems can remain


online during maintenance or testing of new deployments
without sacrificing significant power. 
Support for Multiple Platforms

When using certain types of virtualization, you can easily


have access to multiple operating systems without the need
for dedicated hardware for each platform.

Data and resources can then be easily accessed by any OS,


thanks to the virtualization's hypervisor. This will allow
employees to use multiple operating systems without fear
of compatibility issues or the need to switch equipment.
Having access to various platforms will significantly
increase software options and can be a great way to expand
your business functionality.
Types of Server Virtualization
There are three main types of server virtualization:

• Full-virtualization

• para-virtualization

• OS-level virtualization
Full-Virtualization

When utilizing full virtualization, the separate server


instances will not need to be aware of each other.

Full virtualization is a virtualization technique used to


provide a VME that completely simulates the underlying
hardware. In this type of environment, any software capable
of execution on the physical hardware can be run in the VM,
and any OS supported by the underlying hardware can be
run in each individual VM.

VMware's virtualization products and Microsoft Virtual


Server are examples of full virtualization. as memory
management, interrupt handling and time keeping.
Para-Virtualization
The major difference between full and para-virtualization is
that each OS on the server is aware of each other's
presence. This allows for an entire network to work
together to manage resources.

The most significant benefit of para-virtualization is that


the hypervisor doesn't require nearly as many resources to
operate because different virtual servers are aware of each
other and thus can more efficiently share physical
resources. 
 
OS-Level Virtualization
The most basic form of server virtualization is OS-level virtualization.
There are limitations when using this method, but it can be
implemented and maintained with fewer resources than para- or full-
virtualization. When using OS-level virtualization, there is no need for a
hypervisor.

OS-level virtualization is an operating system paradigm in which the


kernel allows the existence of multiple isolated user space instances,
called containers, zones, virtual private servers, partitions, virtual
environments, virtual kernels, or jails. 

The duty of managing resources and separating virtual machines is


instead handled by the physical server’s operating system. The
drawback to this solution is that each virtual machine will have to run
the same operating system, because the OS is acting as a hypervisor. 
Categories of Server Virtualization

While there are three major types of server


virtualization, there are more specific categories
that can define virtualization.
 
Application Virtualization

A popular managed service is application virtualization. This


method uses virtualization to host and implement specific
apps or software without the need to take down the
operating system for installation or updates.

Application virtualization is one of the quickest and most


affordable ways to implement new software.

Using separate virtual machines to host software and an


operating system also allows for updates to be installed
safely without worrying about the entire system going
down.     
Client Virtualization

Client virtualization (desktop virtualization) allows for the simulation of


an entire OS that utilizes server resources from other PCs.

Employees can then access server resources or applications from


multiple machines using managed login credentials.

Small businesses and organizations can even rent servers for desktop
virtualization from third parties to reduce hardware costs and receive
the security benefits of larger organizations.

This improves the computing power of employee machines and


increases security, because access to resources is locked behind the
virtual machine and not the staff's physical computers.  
Security Virtualization

Security virtualization provides protection by using security


software on virtual machines.

This allows security to be more flexible and easily scalable


because protection is not tied to a specific device. More
often, security virtualization is hosted in the cloud and
managed by a third party.

Another significant benefit of this type of network security is


that services and functions can quickly move between
virtual and physical machines within a network. The ease of
scalability also makes security virtualization one of the
most affordable security solutions. 

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