Learn How To Create Virtual Machines

Virtual Machine is a software that allows an entire operating system (the "guest") to run on another OS (the "Host"), whether in a container window, or full-screen, or in what's sometimes called a "seamless" mode, where just one application is run from the “guest”. Virtual machines have a number of serious uses. They allow you to experiment with another operating system without leaving your current operating system. 

They’re a good way to play with Linux, or at least a new Linux distribution, without actually installing that Linux distribution on your current hardware or even just booting to a live CD or USB drive. When you’re done with an operating system, you can just delete the virtual machine. A virtual machine is also a great way to test a new version of Windows. You can't run OS X as a guest system on Windows or Linux, but the VirtualBox can run anything else including those pre-rolled virtual images you find laying around the internet

There are number of Virtual Machine programs available on the Internet, out of which VirtualBox is popular because its completely free and it supports Windows, Linux and Mac. It runs pretty smoothly on Windows and Linux with no problems at all. However, integrated Parallel Desktops or VMware Fusion are better options for Mac.

How To Setup Virtual Machine

1. Go to any Virtual Machine program's download page and download the right copy for your system. The only real choice falls on Linux users having to choose between 32- and 64-bit versions for their particular distribution.

2. Click through the install screens; in most cases, you won't have to stop and change anything. You'll probably get a warning that VirtualBox will have to disconnect and re-connect your network connection for a few seconds while it's setting up, so finish up any crucial net transfers.

3. During setup on Windows, you'll be asked to install "device software" or "drivers"—hit "Install" for each, or check the box that indicates you'll "Always trust ..." drivers.

4. Once Virtual Machine program is installed, launch it and you'll arrive at an empty screen. You can run something here. VM programs like, VirtualBox provides tools to dual-boot the hard-drive and lot many other tweaks as well.

5. If you're testing out a Linux system, just download the ISO from Ubuntu, Fedora etc. Linux distros,

6. You can also install Windows using a physical CD or DVD. You can also use the bootable USB media for the same. When it Virtual machine asks to insert installation media, insert the installation disc or USB, Virtual Machine will boot and load the OS automatically. 




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