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• REST API
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Skytap REST API

The Skytap REST API is provided as a Web Services API. The Skytap API supports automation of a few core use cases, including:

• Creating and editing environments, templates, and their components.
• Starting, suspending, or shutting down virtual machines.
• Providing access to virtual machines through networks and sets of URIs.
• Identifying the status and usage of machines and resources.

For information about how to use the REST API, see the following topics: