CompTIA Cloud+ Practice Test

When an administrator is browsing the web and processing documents while testing various OS, what type of hypervisor are they likely using?

1. A. Type 1

2. B. Enterprise hypervisor

3. C. Type 2

4. D. Open source

The correct answer is: C. Type 2

A Type 2 hypervisor is primarily used in scenarios where users need to run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single host machine, particularly in a desktop or personal computing environment. This type of hypervisor operates within a conventional operating system, which allows for easy integration with the host’s hardware and the flexibility to run different guest OS environments for testing and development purposes. When an administrator is browsing the web, processing documents, and testing various operating systems, it often indicates that they are working on a device that is also running standard applications alongside the virtualization software. This is characteristic of a Type 2 hypervisor, as it leverages the existing host OS to run virtual machines, making it more accessible for personal use and less resource-intensive compared to a Type 1 hypervisor, which typically requires dedicated hardware resources and is more commonly used in server and enterprise environments. Enterprise hypervisors, while they might suggest a broader implementation within business settings, do not specifically address the context of an administrator working primarily on a desktop with other applications. Similarly, the term "open source" refers to the licensing model of the software rather than the operational characteristics of the hypervisor itself, and it does not accurately capture the scenario described.