Defining Virtualization Terms: What Are Libvirt, QEMU, and KVM?
We break down the essential components of virtualization on Linux, focusing on Libvirt, QEMU, and KVM. Learn how Libvirt acts as an API and abstraction layer for various virtualization backends, how QEMU functions as the hypervisor and the role of the Kernel Virtual Machine (KVM) in enabling virtualization. Discover how these elements transform Linux into a powerful hypervisor platform.
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Local Virtualization on Linux | Into the Terminal 104
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Libvirt
QEMU
KVM
00:00 Introduction to Virtualization Terms
00:06 Understanding Libvirt
01:40 Exploring QEMU
02:15 Diving into KVM
02:47 Conclusion and Summary
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