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VirtualBox

Cross-platform virtualization software for running multiple operating systems on a single device

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+Multi-OS SupportEnables the running of multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single physical machine
+SnapshotsAllows taking snapshots of virtual machines
+Hardware VirtualizationOffers enhanced performance and compatibility with demanding applications
+Shared FoldersFacilitates easy file sharing between the host and guest operating systems
+USB SupportAllows the direct connection of USB devices to virtual machines
+Seamless WindowsIntegrates guest applications seamlessly into the host desktop
+Remote AccessEnables remote access to virtual machines, facilitating remote administration and troubleshooting
+Cloud IntegrationIntegrates with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
-Performance LimitationsSlower performance compared to native setups
-Graphical IssuesOccasional graphical glitches and limited 3D support
-Networking RestrictionsCertain network configurations, such as complex bridging setups, can be challenging to implement and may have limitations
-Resource IntensityRunning multiple virtual machines can be resource-intensive, especially on older or less powerful hardware
-Technical ComplexityAdvanced configuration and troubleshooting can be challenging for less experienced users
-User InterfaceLess intuitive UI than some commercial virtualization solutions

Platform

Social

       

System Requirements

Version ↓
#Minimum
1
  • Windows
  • Linux distributions
  • macOS
  • Solaris
2
  • x86-64 hardware
  • Recent Intel or AMD processor
  • CPUs with SSE2
3
512 MB OR minimum RAM requirements of the guest OS
4
10 GB
#Minimum
1
  • Windows 11
  • Windows 10
  • Windows Server 2025
  • Windows Server 2022
2
  • 14 (Sonoma)
  • 13 (Ventura)
  • 12 (Monterey)
  • 11 (Big Sur)
3
  • 14 (Sonoma)
  • 13 (Ventura)
  • 12 (Monterey)
  • 11 (Big Sur)
4
  • Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, 22.04 LTS and 20.04 LTS
  • Debian GNU/Linux 12 (Bookworm) and 11 (Bullseye)
  • Oracle Linux 9 and 8
  • CentOS/Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 and 8
  • Fedora 40 and 39
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise server 15
  • openSUSE Leap 15.5, 15.4 and 15.3
5
  • Oracle Solaris 11.4

Ratings

4.21
5

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Written in

C++, C, Python, x86 Assembly language

Initial Release

January 2007

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