What is KVM?
KVM provides Linux kernel virtualisation capabilities for virtual machines.
Who is KVM for?
Teams responsible for virtualisation that need kernel virtualisation and want to evaluate the complete delivery, access and cost requirements.
KVM features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- Kernel virtualisation
- Virtual machine execution
- Hardware-assisted virtualisation
KVM pricing
Open-source software
Assess the applicable software licence and distribution, then budget deployment, infrastructure, maintenance and support. A commercial hosted service or support contract can be priced separately.
Calculate the cost of your quote →Free access & evaluation
An open-source software edition is available. Hosting, infrastructure, administration, support and separately licensed extensions can still cost money.
Before you choose KVM
Does the hypervisor support the host hardware, guest systems and workload requirements?
Which host, guest, management, backup and commercial-use licences apply?
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KVM FAQs
Does KVM have a free plan?
An open-source software edition is available. Hosting, infrastructure, administration, support and separately licensed extensions can still cost money.
Who is KVM for?
Teams responsible for virtualisation that need kernel virtualisation and want to evaluate the complete delivery, access and cost requirements.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.