Description: An application virtual machine is a virtualization environment that allows one or more applications to run isolated from the underlying operating system. This type of virtual machine is specifically designed to optimize the performance and compatibility of various applications, facilitating their deployment in different environments without the need to modify the host operating system. Application virtual machines provide a controlled environment where applications can run with their own dependencies and configurations, minimizing conflicts with other applications and enhancing security. Additionally, they allow developers and system administrators to test and deploy applications more efficiently, as they can replicate production environments without the need for additional hardware. This approach not only saves resources but also accelerates the software development and deployment cycle, enabling greater agility in managing applications in diverse enterprise and development environments.