A virtual machine is a software computer that, like a physical computer, runs an operating system and applications. The virtual machine is comprised of a set of specification and configuration files and is backed by the physical resources of a host. “Gnome Boxes” is a simple virtualization tool that allows you to use, manage, or view all of your virtual machines, even remotely. Boxes is now more user-friendly, making virtual machine management extremely easy
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Step # 1 - Download Gnome Boxes
Open your browser and go to: “www.linux.softpedia.com”. Then type in the search bar: “gnome boxes”. Click on the result and download the software. Then install it.
Step # 2 - Open Gnome Boxes
After starting the setup wizard, you’ll be presented with a brief introduction. This window displays information about some of the available features.
Step # 3 - Select your installation media
The sources window is next and will allow users to select their installation media. From there you can choose a drive, a URL, or a file to install from.
Step # 3 - Select your installation media
After selecting your installation sources, you’ll be asked to review your default virtual machine settings. You will be asked to confirm your sources, required system memory, and disk space.
Step # 4 - Customize your options
This window also contains a button for extra customization options. There are settings for your virtual machine login, display, system, and devices.
Step # 5 - Create your virtual machine
When finished you can select the “Create” option to complete the setup process.
Step # 6 - Run your virtual machine
Now you can run your virtual machine. If you wish to erase it, just select it and press the “X” button.
Result: Congratulations! You’ve just learned How To Set Up Virtual Machine in Linux