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FC0-U71 Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are advantages of…
Which TWO of the following are advantages of server virtualization? (Select TWO.)
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is that candidates mistakenly believe VM isolation guarantees security (Option B) or that virtualization eliminates OS licensing costs (Option C), when in fact isolation is a feature that requires proper configuration and licensing still applies per VM.
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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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Easier backup and recovery using snapshots
Server virtualization allows administrators to take snapshots of virtual machines (VMs) at a specific point in time. These snapshots capture the entire VM state, including disk, memory, and power state, enabling quick and consistent backup and recovery without the complexity of traditional physical server backups.
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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Easier backup and recovery using snapshots
Why this is correct
Snapshots provide point-in-time recovery.
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Increased security by isolating VMs
Why it's wrong here
Isolation is good, but hypervisor vulnerabilities exist.
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Eliminates the need for operating system licenses
Why it's wrong here
Each VM requires its own OS license.
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Improved performance over physical servers
Why it's wrong here
Virtualization adds overhead, often reducing peak performance.
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Better hardware utilization through consolidation
Why this is correct
Multiple VMs run on one physical server, using resources efficiently.
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