Select " Linux" from the drop-down menu labeled " Operating System." Under the drop-down menu labeled " Version" select " Ubuntu." Click next. The area called " OS Type" is asking for which operating system you will be using. I usually name my computers and virtual machines with robot or dinosaur names, but a general rule of thumb is to include the name of the operating system in your virtual machine so you can quickly tell different virtual machines apart. You can name it pretty much whatever you want.
In the name field, type a name for your machine. The next window says " VM Name and OS Type." Since you will be creating a brand new virtual machine, click the button labeled "New." A window that says " Welcome to the New Virtual Machine Wizard!" will pop-up. Open VirtualBox and you will be greeted by the Oracle VM VirtualBox Manager. Once you've gotten everything together, you're ready to configure VirtualBox so that you can create an Ubuntu virtual machine.
This tutorial will show you how to install Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux distributions, on your VirtualBox. VirtualBox is also great for users who just want to try out a different operating system before committing to a day-long format! In fact, many VirtualBox users have a number of virtual machines installed for a variety of purposes whether it is just to try a new operating system, keep things organized/separated, or to hide files from others using their computer (as each virtual machine can be password-protected.)
Many video games are written to work with Windows only and Linux is well-known for its ease of use) and is extremely popular among programmers.) Because of this, many Windows users choose to install a Linux distribution on VirtualBox. As different operating systems have their pros and cons, using virtual machine software allows computer users the ability to have all the benefits! VirtualBox is easy to use software that allows you to use multiple operating systems simultaneously. She also runs a YouTube channel: The Curious Coder. Melanie has a BS in physical science and is in grad school for analytics and modeling.
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