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Generally speaking, this is any non-physical construct that runs within the confines of another real (physical) or virtual machine. For example, an operating system is a type of virtual machine that runs on a computer's BIOS software, which runs on a physical computer. Any piece of software that runs on an operating system (or within the confines of another piece of software) can also be considered a virtual machine. The
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Virtual Machine - By Phillip SwannThe digital video recorder can pause live TV, fast-forward throughcommercials and even record more than 300 hours of programming.However, there's one thing it can't do: Put some sense into the headsof the executives who are selling the damn thing.The DVR has been called the next big thing. TiVo, the category'sbrand leader, has generated more buzz than a case of Red Bull.However, after nearly five years and scores of millions spent onadvertising and marketing, DVR services are in just 2.5 millionhomes. Despite widespread critical praise of the technology, theproduct has been a failure.http://www.tvweek.com/technology/100603swann.html
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