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How to Use VirtualBox (Beginners Guide)

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How to Use VirtualBox (Beginners Guide)

2,653,521 views November 4, 2018 13:52

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In brief

You’ll set up VirtualBox to run Ubuntu on your PC, step by step. This guide covers downloading, installing, and configuring VirtualBox, then installing Ubuntu as a virtual operating system—ideal for beginners curious about Linux or virtualization.

Key steps

  1. Download VirtualBox from its official website.
  2. Install VirtualBox on your Windows or macOS system.
  3. Launch VirtualBox and create a new virtual machine.
  4. Download the Ubuntu ISO file for installation.
  5. Boot the virtual machine and install Ubuntu.
  6. Shut down Ubuntu properly after use.

Questions & answers

Is VirtualBox free to use?

Yes, VirtualBox is free and open-source software.

Can I use this to try other Linux distributions?

Yes, the process is similar for other ISO-based operating systems.

Description from the creator

In a recent video in the “Free Software” series, I showed you VirtualBox, which is a free and open source solution to be able to run other operating systems virtually on your PC. In this beginner’s guide, I will show you how to set-up and use VirtualBox. In addition, I’ll also show you how to install and run Ubuntu, which is one of the most popular of the Linux distributions.

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0:30 What is VirtualBox.
1:16 Download.
1:46 Install.
2:29 Launch VirtualBox.
2:42 Download ISO for Ubuntu.
3:35 Create Guest OS.
6:41 Settings to complete the Guest OS process.
8:54 Install Ubuntu.
11:07 Tips for using Ubuntu.
13:15 Shut down Ubuntu.

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VirtualBox
virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads
Ubuntu
ubuntu.com/desktop

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TechGumbo published this 13:52 video tutorial on November 4, 2018. It has been watched 2,653,521 times on YouTube.

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