virtualizing...

[Stephen Adler]

Guys,

I'm thinking I may take on virtualization as my holiday hobby. But 
before I do, I was wondering if the following concept actually applies 
to the linux zen kernels.

Can I have linux and windows running virtually, on my desktop, and 
through some hot key, switch between then, console and all? In other 
words, say I'm running Linux in full desktop mode, with gnome running 
and icons on my desktop splashed across my dual monitor setup. Then by 
typing I dunno F12 or what ever, it switches to a windows desktop, where 
windows explorer now controls my dual monitor desktop and windows icons 
are splashed cross my dual monitor setup?

Cheers. Steve.