Description: A guest image is a file that contains a copy of the operating system and the necessary applications to run a virtual machine in a virtualization environment. These images are fundamental in cloud computing platforms, as they allow for the efficient creation and management of virtual instances. They store not only the operating system but also specific configurations and additional software that may be required by the applications running on the virtual machine. Guest images can come in different formats, such as RAW, QCOW2, or VMDK, and are essential for the portability and scalability of cloud applications. Their use facilitates the rapid deployment of development, testing, and production environments, allowing system administrators and developers to deploy instances quickly and efficiently. Additionally, these images can be customized and optimized to meet the specific needs of each project, making them a versatile tool in the management of virtualized infrastructures.
