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Linux kernel vs VMware vSphere Hypervisor

A side-by-side look at Linux kernel and VMware vSphere Hypervisor. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Linux kernel

Linux kernel

Os & Utilities

The Linux kernel is a free and open-source operating system kernel first released in 1991 by Linus Torvalds. It serves as the core of Linux operating systems and is used widely in servers, mainframes, embedded devices, and Android smartphones.

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VMware vSphere Hypervisor

VMware vSphere Hypervisor

System & Hardware

VMware vSphere Hypervisor is a free bare-metal hypervisor that virtualizes servers to enable the running of multiple operating systems on a single physical server. It provides a simple, reliable and secure foundation for business-critical applications.

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