FC0-U71 Infrastructure Practice Question
An IT technician is setting up a virtualized server environment. The server will host multiple virtual machines for different departments. Which type of hypervisor should the technician install directly on the server hardware to maximize performance and resource efficiency?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Type 1 hypervisor
A Type 1 hypervisor runs directly on the hardware without an underlying OS, providing better performance and resource allocation for VMs.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Containerization platform
Why it's wrong here
Containers share the host OS kernel, not a hypervisor.
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Dual-boot configuration
Why it's wrong here
Dual-boot runs only one OS at a time.
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Type 1 hypervisor
Why this is correct
Type 1 is bare-metal, ideal for server virtualization.
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Type 2 hypervisor
Why it's wrong here
Type 2 runs on top of an OS, adding overhead.
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Variation 1. An IT administrator needs to deploy a virtual machine (VM) on a server that will host multiple operating systems. The administrator wants the VM to have dedicated resources and minimal overhead. Which type of hypervisor should be installed on the server?
hard- A.Container engine
- B.Hosted hypervisor
- C.Type 2 hypervisor
- ✓ D.Type 1 hypervisor
Why D: Type 1 hypervisor runs directly on hardware, providing better performance and resource allocation.
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