VMware Cloud Management and Automation Fundamentals — Question 64

Which hypervisor is a type-1 hypervisor?

Answer options

• A. VMware Fusion
• B. VMware Workstation
• C. Oracle VM VirtualBox
• D. VMware ESXi

Correct answer: D

Explanation

VMware ESXi is categorized as a type-1 hypervisor because it runs directly on the host's hardware without the need for a host operating system. In contrast, VMware Fusion, VMware Workstation, and Oracle VM VirtualBox are type-2 hypervisors, which operate on top of an existing operating system.