Virtualization enables running software on different OS versions. Provides isolation, security, and testing freedom. Different types cater to desktop users, servers, and enterprises
Hardware refers to physical components of computers, while software contains written instructions. Hardware and software work together to enable computer functionality. Hardware can be categorized as internal or external components
User cannot create VM2 in VM1 despite virtualization being enabled in VM1. Issue occurs on HP computer with AMD A10, Windows 10 and 6GB RAM. All virtualization interfaces (Paravirtualization, Hardware Virtualization) are enabled
Disable Secure Boot in Hyper-V Security settings. Secure Boot can be found under Firmware in different versions
VMware Workstation runs virtual computers within physical computers. Supports both Windows and Linux operating systems. Requires 64-bit processor and minimum 1 GB RAM. Needs 1.5 GB free space for installation
VirtualBox supports up to eight virtual PCI Ethernet cards per VM. AMD PCNet FAST III is default, Intel PRO/1000 cards available for specific OSes. Paravirtualized networking (virtio-net) enables guest-provided networking interface