Software for running virtual machines on Linux systems
Software for running virtual machines on Linux systems
Hello! Yes, there are free virtualization options for Linux like Kali on Kali Linux. You can use tools such as VirtualBox or VMware Player. Both are available for download and offer a cost-free way to run Windows alongside Kali. The installation process varies slightly depending on the software you choose, but generally involves downloading the installer, following the prompts, and configuring your virtual machine settings. Let me know if you need step-by-step guidance!
KVM is included in Linux. I'll set up Debian on that system (which is the basis for Kali). Next, install qemu-kvm and virt-manager using apt. Once done, you can launch the VM through virt-manager.
At work I run VirtualBox. It can be set up as a server app without the graphical interface, letting you manage virtual machines through the command line—ideal for servers like Ubuntu 16.04 LTS that lack a desktop environment.
I didn’t realize you could achieve this. Having Ubuntu Desktop makes it easier, though I prefer using the terminal.
Yeah, for example I have nightly cron jobs that install new VMs and import backups. You can read up on the command line controls here: https://www.virtualbox.org/manual/ch08.html