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Type 1 Hypervisor

A Type 1 hypervisor, also known as a "bare-metal" hypervisor, runs directly on the physical hardware of a computer, like an operating system. It manages multiple virtual machines (VMs), which are like separate computers inside one physical machine. Since it operates directly on the hardware, it offers better performance, security, and efficiency compared to other types. Common examples include VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V. This setup is often used in data centers and enterprise environments to maximize hardware utilization and manage multiple systems securely and efficiently.