Changeset 1736

Timestamp:

Nov 22, 2008, 2:11:06 AM (15 years ago)

Author:

price

Message:

update ParaVM/HVM help text

File:

• trunk/packages/invirt-web/code/main.py (modified) (1 diff)

trunk/packages/invirt-web/code/main.py

@@ -447 +447 @@
                     'HVM/ParaVM': """
 HVM machines use the virtualization features of the processor, while
-ParaVM machines use Xen's emulation of virtualization features.  You
-want an HVM virtualized machine.""",
+ParaVM machines rely on a modified kernel to communicate directly with
+the hypervisor.  HVMs support boot CDs of any operating system, and
+the VNC console applet.  The three-minute autoinstaller produces
+ParaVMs.  ParaVMs typically are more efficient, and always support the
+console server.</p>
+
+<p>We recommend using a ParaVM when possible and an HVM when necessary.
+""",
                     'CPU Weight': """
 Don't ask us!  We're as mystified as you are.""",