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For virtualizing a server operating system on a desktop computer, which hypervisor would be the most suitable?

A. Type 1
B. Type 2
C. SAN
D. RAID 6

The correct answer is: B. Type 2

When virtualizing a server operating system on a desktop computer, a Type 2 hypervisor is the most suitable choice. A Type 2 hypervisor, also known as a hosted hypervisor, runs on top of an existing operating system and leverages the resources of that operating system and hardware. This makes it particularly suitable for desktop environments, where users are likely to have an operating system already installed. Type 2 hypervisors are generally easier to install and use within a desktop setting. They allow for quick setup and configuration of virtual machines without the need for significant hardware changes. Examples include VMware Workstation and Oracle VirtualBox. In contrast, a Type 1 hypervisor operates directly on the hardware without a host operating system, making it more suitable for server environments and data centers. SAN and RAID 6 are storage solutions rather than hypervisors and therefore not applicable to this context of virtualization on a desktop computer.