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An administrator needs to configure a Linux virtual machine template to support guest customization. The administrator has installed VMware Tools.
Which additional component is necessary to enable Linux guest OS customization?
A. Perl
B. bash
C. Python
D. Sysprep
Correct Answer: A
Explanation/Reference:
Customization of Linux guest operating systems requires the following conditions:
Perl must be installed in the Linux guest operating system.
The clone or template must have a root volume formatted with an ext2, ext3, or ReiserFS file system.
Incorrect Answers:
B, C: Python and Bash are required for running scripts when upgrading ESX hosts. They are not required for customization of Linux guest operating systems.
D: Sysprep is required for customization of Windows guest operating systems. It is not required for customization of Linux guest operating systems.
References:
http://pubs.vmware.com/vsphere-4-esx-vcenter/index.jsp?topic=/com.vmware.vsphere.vmadmin.doc_41/vsp_vm_guide/deploy_vms_from_templates_and_clones/r_guest_customization_requirements.html