Virtual machines (virtual computers) are software based versions of a “real” computer. The difference is that they only exist within the program that is running them (the hypervisor).
VMs are fully functional computers, meaning that you can install programs/apps, access the Internet, log in to online accounts and play music and videos. You can everything that you’d expect to be able to do on a normal computer.
Virtual machines are great for experimenting with. You can try out new operating systems, you can browse the web safely and open suspicious emails. Download new software to try it out, all without risking your host (real) computer.
Virtual computers are the future. They offer so much potential once you get to grips with them.
With At Home Virtual Computer Guides you can easily get your first VM up and running. No previous experience required.
VMware Tools no longer shipped for legacy OSes like Windows XP & Windows Vista. The good news is that you can still download and install a legacy version of VMware Tools and it’s easy to do.
So if you’re trying to setup an XP or Vista VM, then read on and I’ll show you how to do it.
How To Install VMware Tools On Windows XP And Vista VMs. Read More »
How to install a Windows XP virtual machine using VMware Workstation Pro. Windows XP was a terrific OS in its day. You can still run it safely by using it as a virtual computer.
Windows XP Virtual Machine. Read More »
How to backup virtual machines created with VMware Workstation Pro.
After taking the time to setup a virtual machine in Workstation Pro, before you do anything else, back it up. Create a complete copy of the VM and store it in a different folder or on a separate drive.
Backup Workstation Pro Virtual Machines. Read More »
How to install a Windows 10 virtual machine using VMware Workstation Pro. Step by step guide for beginners setting up a VM for the first time using Workstation Pro as the hypervisor.
How To Install Windows 10 Virtual Machine In Workstation Pro. Read More »
How to install VirtualBox Guest Additions onto a Windows virtual machine. Guest Additions provides virtual drivers for your Windows VM. Step by step guide.
How To Install VirtualBox Guest Additions. Read More »
How to setup a Windows 7 virtual machine using VMware Workstation Pro 2024. If you need to use a Windows 7 PC, then use it as a virtual computer. Step by step guide.
Windows 7 Virtual Machine On VMware Workstation Pro. Read More »
Step-by-step guide to creating a Windows 11 virtual machine using VMware Workstation Pro. Easy to follow complete guide, anyone can do it.
How To Install Windows 11 As A Virtual Machine In Workstation Pro. Read More »
How to download VMware Workstation Pro. Free to home users, Workstation Pro replaces the now discontinued VMware Player.
How To Download VMware Workstation Pro For Free. Read More »
Attach removable devices to a VMware Player virtual machine. Connect USB drives, external hard drives and CD/DVD drives to a virtual computer
How To Attach Removable Devices In VMware Player. Read More »
How to install Windows 10 in a VirtualBox. Step by step guide to create a Windows 10 virtual machine using VirtualBox. Easy guides
How To Install Windows 10 Virtual Machine In VirtualBox. Read More »
How to enable virtualisation on a computer. You’ll need to have virtualisation enabled in order to setup virtual machines on your PC.
How To Enable Virtualisation On A PC. Read More »
How to backup a virtual machine created with VirtualBox. Make a complete backup of any VM to save you time and effort later. Don’t rely on snapshots alone.
How To Backup A VirtualBox VM. Read More »
How to setup Windows 11 as a virtual machine using VirtualBox. Step by step walkthrough, enable TPM & Secure Boot, install Windows 11.
How To Setup A Windows 11 Virtual Machine On VirtualBox. Read More »
How to install VirtualBox on your PC. VirtualBox is a great way to setup and use virtual computers on your home PC for free. It’s easy to install with this step by step tutorial.
How To Install VirtualBox On A Windows PC. Read More »
Windows Sandbox is a single use, throw away virtual machine that you can setup in minutes. Use it to safely test software, open attachments in emails & browse the web safely.
Windows Sandbox Instant Virtual Machine. Read More »
How to install Windows XP as a virtual machine in VMware Player. If you want to run old XP based software, then setup XP as a VM.
How To Install Windows XP As A Virtual Machine. Read More »
How to install Linux Mint as a virtual machine using VMware Player. Want a new operating system? Something other than Windows. Try a Linux VM
How To Install A Linux Mint Virtual Machine Using VMware Player. Read More »
Setup a shared folder for your virtual machines in VMware Player. Easily pass files & folders between the Host and Guest systems.
How To Setup A Shared Folder In VMware Player. Read More »
How to make a backup of a virtual machine created with VMware Player. Save time and energy by backing up your VM files to quickly re-create
How To Backup A VMware Player Virtual Machine. Read More »
Fix the Install VMware Tools option is greyed out and not working. Sometimes when using VMware Player the option to install VMware Tools is greyed out and not available.
How To Fix Install VMware Tools Is Greyed Out. Read More »
Want to use Windows 7 as a virtual machine. In this step by step guide I’ll show you how to setup a Windows 7 VM using the free VMware Player.
How To Create A Windows 7 Virtual Machine. Read More »
How to update Windows 7 when the update tool isn’t working. “Could not search for new updates” error. Fix Windows 7 not updating. Step by step guide to get your Windows 7 PC or virtual machine up to date.
How To Fix Windows 7 Update Not Working. Read More »
What are virtual machines? What can you use them for? Do you need one? In this beginners guide to virtual machines I’ll explain why you need..
What Is A Virtual Machine. Read More »
Install a virtual machine using VMWare Player. Complete walkthrough of setting up Windows as a VM. Virtual Machines allow you to safely test
How To Install Windows As A Virtual Machine Using VMware Player. Read More »
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