Virtual Machine Configuration

A virtual machine is a software computer that, like a physical computer, runs an operating system and applications. Virtual machines are compatible with all standard x86 computers. Each virtual machine encapsulates a complete computing environment and runs independently of underlying hardware.

The chapter includes the following topics:

■	VirtualMachine Management Objects and Methods

■	Creating Virtual Machines and Virtual Machine Templates

■	Configuring a Virtual Machine

■	Adding Devices to Virtual Machines

■	Performing Virtual Machine Power Operations

■	Registering and Unregistering Virtual Machines

■	Customizing the Guest Operating System

■	Installing VMware Tools

■	Upgrading a Virtual Machine