Run several OSes such as Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS, and others inside a virtual machine. IMPORTANT: If you are looking to dual-boot Windows from a separate drive, please contact customer support to receive a full installation kit.
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Use a browser to download the Windows 10 ISO. Select Windows 10, followed by your preferred language, and then select 64-bit Download.
Start VirtualBox and configure as illustrated below.
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See this article on how to share folders.
Q: What are some uses of VirtualBox?
A: One may use virtual machines to run applications that are not available on other Operating Systems, as illustrated here. However, one can also use them to test system and package development.
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2024-03-18 fb9b592d Add syntax highlighting for codeblocks2023-11-18 e770b1c6 Add search and help bar2022-07-14 a2ecdd83 Update docs for W11 Dual Boot Install Kit2022-06-10 3f7dc14e Publish W11 article, vbox settings to come2022-01-21 668e16d4 Update titles, images, and carousel image presentation2021-10-25 9036f3fe Overhaul table and links2021-10-13 f36a4504 Fix spelling of VirtualBox2021-10-11 f726f2bf Secure links2021-10-10 5728326e Reformat to 2-column2021-09-22 dc862884 Update link and headline colors2021-08-23 681261b4 Review and update codeblocks2021-01-11 5c803c3d Update VBox guide2020-06-10 c4ed9299 Restructure layout2020-06-09 12d5e8ad First publicationWe try hard to provide a useful solution validated by professionals. However, we cannot anticipate every situation, and therefore cannot guarantee this procedure will work for your needs. Always backup your data and test the solution to determine the correct procedure for you.
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