Computer Virtualization and the Cloud (Computer Architecture) - Softcover

Stakem, Patrick

 
9781520216362: Computer Virtualization and the Cloud (Computer Architecture)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 152021636X ISBN 13: 9781520216362
Publisher: Independently published, 2016

Synopsis

In this book, the reader will learn the basics of virtualization techniques for data center operations, security, testing, debugging, and applications in embedded systems. It covers popular applications such as VmWare, Xen, Hyper-V, QEMU and KVM, and others. The history of virtualization will be discussed, and the nature of virtualization compared to emulation. The functions of a Hypervisor will be explored, as well as the relationships with the guest operating systems. System virtual machines and Process virtual machines are compared. The Java and Android virtual machines are covered. The latest techniques of hardware assist to virtualization in the x86-64 and ARM architectures is covered. The natural progression from virtualization to Cloud computing is explored. A glossary of terms, and a bibliography is included.

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Publisher
Independently published
Publication date
2016
Language
English
ISBN 10 
152021636X
ISBN 13 
9781520216362
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
85