Description: Guest monitoring refers to the practice of tracking the performance and status of guest operating systems running in a virtualization environment. This process is crucial for ensuring that virtual machines (VMs) operate efficiently and without interruptions. Through monitoring tools, administrators can observe key metrics such as CPU usage, memory, storage, and network, allowing them to identify bottlenecks, performance issues, and potential failures before they affect end users. Additionally, guest monitoring facilitates proactive resource management, enabling administrators to adjust resource allocation according to the changing needs of applications and services running on the VMs. The ability to monitor the status of guest operating systems is also essential for security, as it allows for the detection of anomalous behaviors that could indicate an attack or vulnerability. In summary, guest monitoring is a fundamental practice in managing virtualized environments, ensuring optimal performance and effective resource management.
