A company relies on a critical legacy application that does not run on current operating systems. The IT department needs to ensure this application remains operational without maintaining outdated hardware. Which of the following is the BEST solution to address this situation?
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Using compatibility mode features on the current operating systems
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Create a virtual machine with the legacy operating system the application requires
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Partitioning the hard drive to install the legacy operating system alongside the current one
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Upgrading the legacy application to be compatible with current operating systems
Creating a virtual machine that runs the legacy operating system needed for the application allows the company to utilize their modern hardware while still supporting the legacy software. This method provides a controlled and encapsulated environment where the legacy application can run without issues, regardless of the host system's current operating system. Other listed options do not provide the necessary environment for running legacy applications and may involve additional complexities or security risks.
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