An IT technician needs to test a new software application in a secure and isolated environment to ensure that it does not affect the main operating system and other applications. Which of the following would best meet this requirement?
Use remote desktop to access a different computer for testing the application.
Configure dual-boot on the machine and switch to an alternate operating system for testing.
Create a virtual machine specifically for running the new application.
Install the new application directly on the technician's main operating system.
Creating a virtual machine (VM) provides an isolated environment that mimics a separate physical computer. This isolation ensures that any changes made within the VM do not affect the host operating system. Installing the application on a VM allows for secure and effective testing without risk to the primary system. The other options either compromise the host system's security or do not provide sufficient isolation.
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