VirtualBox is a powerful open-source virtualization software that allows you to run multiple operating systems on a single computer. It provides a virtualization layer that enables you to create and manage virtual machines (VMs) within your existing operating system.
With VirtualBox, you can install and run different operating systems such as Windows, Linux, macOS, and more, as well as their respective applications, within a virtual environment. This means that you can have multiple operating systems coexisting and running simultaneously on your computer, without the need for separate physical machines.
VirtualBox provides a range of features and functionalities, including:
- Guest OS Support: VirtualBox supports a wide range of guest operating systems, allowing you to run various versions of Windows, Linux distributions, macOS, Solaris, and more.
- Hardware Virtualization: It leverages hardware virtualization capabilities (such as Intel VT-x or AMD-V) to provide efficient and accelerated virtualization, improving performance and compatibility.
- Snapshot and Restore: You can take snapshots of a virtual machine at any point in time, which captures its entire state. This allows you to experiment with different configurations or roll back to a previous state easily.
- Seamless Desktop Integration: VirtualBox provides seamless integration between the host and guest operating systems, allowing you to share files and folders, copy and paste between them, and even run applications from the guest OS directly on the host desktop.
- Virtual Networking: VirtualBox supports various networking modes, allowing you to configure virtual networks, set up port forwarding, and simulate different network environments for your virtual machines.
- Extension Packs: VirtualBox offers optional extension packs that add additional features and capabilities, such as USB 2.0/3.0 support, remote display protocols, and more.
VirtualBox is widely used by developers, software testers, and enthusiasts who need to test applications or run multiple operating systems on a single machine. It provides a flexible and cost-effective solution for virtualization, enabling users to explore and experiment with different operating systems and software configurations without the need for dedicated hardware.
Software link:- VirtualBox 7.0