This includes subjects such as defining virtualization and explaining how virtualization works from a hardware/software interaction standpoint, as well as being able to discuss benefits of virtualization in a data center, such as cost reduction/increased equipment utilization, stability and availability of systems, and simplification of operational processes.

1) On an x86-based system, why is a hypervisor necessary to run multiple operating systems?

2) Explain how Ring De-privileging addresses the problems that x86 has with being a virtualization platform.

3) Explain how acquiring a new server for an end-user works in a virtualized datacenter and compare this to a traditional technology acquisition (i.e. vs. buying a server from Dell, HP, etc.).