CentOS / Redhat: Install KVM Virtualization Software

KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) is a full virtualization solution for Linux on x86 hardware containing virtualization extensions Intel VT or AMD-V. How do I install KVM under CentOS or Red Hat Enterprise Linux version 5.5?

This FAQ entry is part 1 of 7 in the series Redhat KVM Virtulization:

• CentOS / Redhat: Install KVM Virtulization Software
• CentOS / Redhat: KVM Bridged Network Configuration
• KVM virt-manager: Install CentOS As Guest Operating System
• KVM virt-install: Install FreeBSD / CentOS As Guest Operating System
• KVM: Install CentOS / RHEL Using Kickstart File (Automated Installation)
• Troubleshooting KVM Virtualization Problem With Log Files
• KVM: Starting / Stopping Guest Operating Systems With virsh Command

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