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KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) vs quietHDD

A side-by-side look at KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) and quietHDD. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine)

KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine)

System & Hardware

KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) is an open-source virtualization technology that allows you to create and run virtual machines (VMs) on Linux. It makes use of hardware virtualization capabilities of modern CPUs for efficient virtualization.

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quietHDD

quietHDD

System & Hardware

quietHDD is a free utility that helps silence noisy hard drives by reducing vibrations. It works by placing custom foam pads underneath the hard drive to absorb vibration.

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