I also had great difficulty getting VB 4. The laptop also is running Windows 8. Sorry for asking but I need to be sure here: You downloaded VirtualBox 4.
But installation of VirtualBox fails with the error message that this version of VirtualBox supports only bit but the bit version for your host is required, is that correct? There must be completely wrong because all our Windows packages support both bit Windows hosts as well as bit Windows hosts. While paid software offers much better integration between the host and guest OS, VirtualBox offers all the necessary tools needed for virtualization.
VirtualBox is open-source software, which means that it has a vast online community. Typical to all such software programs, these communities create a wide range of information and help. Users of the software get easy access to technical documents, changelog, operation manuals, FAQs, and more. There also exists a Bug Tracker page, where users can report bugs and track any status updates.
Apart from an array of information, Oracle also offers live chat, so users can easily connect with a representative for any questions. Formerly known as Sun VirtualBox, the base package of the virtualization tool is free to download and use.
While the base pack is free, Oracle also provides an extension pack with added features. Since it falls under the Personal Use and Evaluation License, corporate users need to purchase a commercial license from Oracle.
VirtualBox is completely safe to download and use. The software offers added security in terms of protection from malware. A key advantage of using VirtualBox is that it is quite secure.
A virus usually shuts down the moment it detects a virtual environment. By using VirtualBox, you can protect your hard drive from viruses , test new operating systems, and run applications that are incompatible with your existing OS. While VirtualBox is one of the most prominent open-source virtualization software, it does have some competitors.
Though VMware offers better drag-and-drop functions between guest and host as well as a better interface, it is limited in the snapshot feature. VirtualBox, on the other hand, offers unlimited snapshots - a feature that is only available in the premium version of VMware. While it may take time during the primary integration, it does run well after the process is complete. Once a guest operating system is installed, you can easily access and work on it without any hassle. Moreover, since the tool is monitored by Oracle, users have access to a wide range of documentation and help.
You can also send security inquiries or report problems via the VirtualBox Community. VirtualBox can be installed on Windows 7, 8, 8. VirtualBox goes head to head with the industry giant VMware in this comparison.
Both products are free, however VMware Player is only free for non-commercial clients. Portability is another win for VirtualBox with its ability to spin up multiple VMs in one environment but run them in another environment.
As with my freeware offerings, VirtualBox can be buggy and sporadically slow. VMware states that their Player program has the same level of reliability and stability as their higher product offerings, making it a clear winner here. All in all, any industry professional would agree both of these are excellent, free options for someone new to virtualization or with low maintenance VM needs.
VirtualBox is an excellent tool for hobby or beginner VM users. Its ease of use, wide range of features, and free price point make it appealing. If you really need something more reliable and stable, but are not using it for commercial use, opt for VMware Player.
See "About VirtualBox" for an introduction. Presently, VirtualBox runs on Windows, Linux, Macintosh, and Solaris hosts and supports a large number of guest operating systems including but not limited to Windows NT 4. VirtualBox is being actively developed with frequent releases and has an ever growing list of features, supported guest operating systems and platforms it runs on.
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