Virtual machines (VMs) are virtual computers that don’t physically exist but are created on a physical server virtually with the help of hypervisor. A single server can host multiple VMs, each acting as a separate computer, allowing various tasks to run simultaneously. For example, one VM run on Linux operating system and other VM on Windows operating system on the same server.
Hypervisor - It is software installed on physical server which helps to create VMs on physical server. (IBM/XEN-hypervisors)
Each VM has its own Operating system and its secure
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Containers are lightweight because they don't include a full operating system. Instead, they contain application libraries and system dependencies, along with a minimal operating system to run the application. They use resources from the base operating system.
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Virtual machines (VMs) are virtual computers that don’t physically exist but are created on a physical server virtually with the help of hypervisor. A single server can host multiple VMs, each acting as a separate computer, allowing various tasks to run simultaneously. For example, one VM run on Linux operating system and other VM on Windows operating system on the same server.

**Hypervisor -** It is software installed on physical server which helps to create VMs on physical server. (IBM/XEN-hypervisors)

Each VM has its own Operating system and its secure

![What Is a Virtual Machine and How Does It Work?](https://cdn.ttgtmedia.com/rms/onlineimages/virtual_machines-h_half_column_mobile.png align="center")

Containers are lightweight because they don't include a full operating system. Instead, they contain application libraries and system dependencies, along with a minimal operating system to run the application. They use resources from the base operating system.

![What is a Container? | Docker](https://www.docker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/docker-containerized-appliction-blue-border_2.png align="center")

Comparison of virtual machines and containers, including their differences, applications, and benefits in server environments

Virtual Machines and Containers