CompTIA Server+ (SK0-004) — Question 51

Which of the following is the difference between a Type 1 and a Type 2 hypervisor?

Answer options

• A. Type 1 hypervisor operates at the physical level
• B. Type 1 hypervisor operates at the OS level
• C. Type 2 hypervisor operates at the physical level
• D. Type 2 hypervisor operates at the data link layer

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because a Type 1 hypervisor runs directly on the hardware without needing an underlying operating system. In contrast, Type 2 hypervisors run on top of an existing operating system, making options B, C, and D incorrect as they mischaracterize the operational levels of these hypervisors.