Among the Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) work being queued ahead of the upcoming Linux 7.2 merge window are preparations for supporting Advanced Performance Extensions within KVM virtual machines...
The continuous evolution of CPU architectures like Intel APX drives the need for corresponding updates in virtualization technologies to maintain performance and feature parity.
Advanced Performance Extensions (APX) support in KVM will enable virtual machines to leverage new CPU capabilities, improving efficiency and performance for cloud and data center workloads.
Virtualization environments running Linux KVM will be able to utilize Intel's APX features, leading to more performant and potentially more efficient compute resource allocation for demanding applications.
- · Cloud providers
- · Data center operators
- · Intel
- · Software developers
- · Legacy CPU architectures
- · Competitors without similar extensions
Virtual machines will gain access to new CPU instructions for specific performance improvements.
Improved performance within VMs could lead to higher workload densities or reduced operational costs for data centers.
The broader adoption of APX could accelerate innovation in applications that benefit most from these specific architectural enhancements.
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