Title: Internet Research - Activity 1
Course: CGS 1560 Microcomputer Operating Systems > Section: Module 1 - Introduction to Virtual Machines

Selecting a VM software package to use can be quite complicated.  You first have to decide whether you want to use a Type 1 or 2 hypervisor.  Your next decision would be based on if you needed the VM for a server or a PC.  Then, for a Type 2 hypervisor the next choice is which host OS to use.  With all of that decided, you can now choose among all of the VM software offered on the market.  Fortunately, the choice of host OS will eliminate certain software packages.

Your assignment is to write a rationale statement for selecting a particular VM software package for your use at home or work.  A rationale statement simply outlines the reason for making a decision.  It lets the reader know why a decision was made.  Politicians often use rationale statements to justify their political votes.  In business it might be used to explain to employees why a particular benefit provider was selected.  In this case it will be used to explain why the particular product you chose was selected.

The process is relatively simple; describe the original goal or objective that needs the decision.  Summarize the contents of the material using your research and knowledge.  Then, explain how your decision will achieve the established objective.  This should be done in a step-by-step fashion. It should also identify any problems avoided along the way.  The rationale statement should be from 1 to 2 paragraphs.