Editing X86 (section)

====Virtual 8086 mode====
{{Main|Virtual 8086 mode}}

There is also a sub-mode of operation in 32-bit protected mode (a.k.a. 80386 protected mode) called ''[[virtual 8086 mode]]'', also known as ''V86 mode''. This is basically a special hybrid operating mode that allows real mode programs and operating systems to run while under the control of a protected mode supervisor operating system. This allows for a great deal of flexibility in running both protected mode programs and real mode programs simultaneously. This mode is exclusively available for the 32-bit version of protected mode; it does not exist in the 16-bit version of protected mode, or in long mode.