Hyper-V on Windows 11

Many versions of Windows 11 include the Hyper-V virtualization technology. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts.

The following documents detail the Hyper-V feature in Windows 11, provide a guided quick start, and also contain links to further resources and community forums.

About Hyper-V on Windows

The following articles provide an introduction to and information about Hyper-V on Windows.

• Introduction to Hyper-V
• Supported Guest Operating Systems

Get started with Hyper-V

The following documents provide a quick and guided introduction to Hyper-V on Windows 11.

• Install Hyper-V
• Create a Virtual Machine
• Create a Virtual Switch
• Hyper-V and PowerShell

Connect with Community and Support

Additional technical support and community resources.

• Hyper-V forums
• Community Resources for Hyper-V and Windows Containers