What is a Virtual Machine

A virtual machine is a software-based emulation of a physical computer. It allows you to run multiple operating systems on a single physical machine, enabling you to isolate and consolidate resources, run different software environments, and enhance flexibility and scalability in computing environments.

How to create a Virtual Machine

Step 1
sign in to Azure account

Step 2
on the Azure portal search bar, search for Virtual Machine and click.

Step 3
click the + create to create a Virtual Machine

step 4
click Azure Virtual machine to continue

Step 5
enter Subscription type and click create new Resource Group

Step 6
input the Virtual Machine name, choose the region and availability zone

Step 7
set prefered image windows/linux (ubuntu)

Step 8
set prefered size

Step 9
create user name amd password

Step 10
select the prefered inbound port rules

Step 11
confirm license, then review and create