Snapshots
Capturing and restoring VM states.
Understanding Snapshots
A snapshot preserves the state and data of a virtual machine at a specific point in time. This includes the VM's disk, RAM, and configuration.
[Diagram: Snapshot Chain]
Use Cases
- Before applying patches or updates.
- Before installing new drivers.
- As a temporary backup before risky operations.
Warning: Snapshots are not a replacement for a backup strategy and should not be kept for long periods.