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Description
Develop virtualization solutions utilizing a minimalistic hypervisor that operates without the need for any external kernel extensions. The hypervisor offers C APIs, allowing for interaction with virtualization technologies directly in user space, eliminating the necessity of writing kernel extensions (KEXTs). Consequently, the applications designed with this framework can be distributed through the Mac App Store. Leverage this framework to create and manage hardware-accelerated virtual machines and virtual processors (VMs and vCPUs) from your authorized, sandboxed user-space application. The Hypervisor simplifies the concept of virtual machines as processes and treats virtual processors as threads. It is important to note that the Hypervisor framework relies on hardware capabilities to virtualize resources efficiently. For Apple silicon, this entails support for the Virtualization Extensions, while for Intel-based Macs, it necessitates systems equipped with an Intel VT-x feature set that includes Extended Page Tables (EPT) and Unrestricted Mode. This ensures the framework is optimized for performance and security across various hardware configurations.
Description
Hyper-V is a virtualization solution from Microsoft that allows users to create and operate virtual machines, which are essentially software representations of physical computers. Each virtual machine functions independently, complete with its own operating system and applications. This technology provides enhanced flexibility in resource allocation, making it a cost-effective and efficient alternative to running a single operating system directly on physical hardware. Furthermore, virtual machines can be tailored with integration services that provide essential drivers and tools for optimized performance of various guest operating systems within the Hyper-V environment. Notably, Hyper-V also features Virtual Machine Connection, a remote access tool compatible with both Windows and Linux, allowing users to access the console of a virtual machine. This capability is particularly beneficial as it enables users to monitor the virtual machine's status, including before the guest operating system has fully loaded. Overall, Hyper-V enhances computing efficiency and versatility for diverse workloads.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
CipherTrust Tokenization
No
EMCO MSI Package Builder
No
Faddom
No
Feedgage
Yes
IntranetBOX
No
NetWatch.ai
No
NovaBACKUP for Servers
No
OpenText Migrate
No
PACE Suite
No
PrinterTux
No
Integrations
CipherTrust Tokenization
Yes
EMCO MSI Package Builder
Yes
Faddom
Yes
Feedgage
No
IntranetBOX
Yes
NetWatch.ai
Yes
NovaBACKUP for Servers
Yes
OpenText Migrate
Yes
PACE Suite
Yes
PrinterTux
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
Yes
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Apple
Founded
1976
Country
United States
Website
developer.apple.com/documentation/hypervisor
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Country
United States
Website
docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/virtualization/hyper-v/hyper-v-technology-overview
Product Features
Product Features
Server Virtualization
Audit Management
Yes
Health Monitoring
Yes
Live Machine Migration
Yes
Multi-OS Virtual Machines
Yes
Patching / Backup
Yes
Performance Log
Yes
Performance Optimization
Yes
Rapid Provisioning
Yes
Security Management
Yes
Type 1 / Type 2 Hypervisor
Yes