What VM Software to use?

Lograin · Rated PG Joined: 25 Apr 2009 Posts: 7

Does anyone have a preference on what VM Software to run on a Quad core AMD? I dont think system specs are really necessary as I am sure I can run it. I am just unsure of the best software to use with the least problems.

BeerCheeze · Posted: Sat, 25 Apr 2009 11:44:33 Post Subject:

Depends on your needs, and what core OS you want to run.

If this is just for your home system, running Windows XP/Vista then using Virtual PC from MS is quick and easy.

However if you're going to run multiple servers, then you need to look at Virtual Server, or VMWare.

SAMSAMHA · Rated NC-17 Joined: 28 Feb 2005 Posts: 112

yep, list more detail on what you want to do and what apps youa re looking to run as well as the OS.

microsoft's virtual pc seems to be a good choice for running legacy windows.

(TSC)Bender · Rated NC-17 Joined: 11 Feb 2008 Posts: 162

I use VMware for both personal use and for remote connection to a machine for a class, works pretty well. I recommend that if you have the money for it. Otherwise, Microsoft Virtual PC is a decent free alternative.

m0drix · Rated PG Joined: 25 Apr 2009 Posts: 8

Virtualbox is another free alternative that works well with a lot of Linux distros as well as legacy Windows OSes. It's laid out well and fairly easy to use too.

curly haired boy · Rated PG Joined: 20 Apr 2009 Posts: 21

i use VMware player for linux SMP folding...

rowebil · Rated PG Joined: 19 May 2009 Posts: 8

I use Virtual PC for any OS windows related, and then I use VMWARE anything linux or non windows related.

I like vmware a lot because the layout looks nice. Virtual PC is just a little program.
Vmware wins Smile

gbronzer · Rated PG Joined: 19 May 2009 Posts: 22

I've used both Virtual PC and VMWare Workstation. VMWare is simply faster. It also has better support for USB devices under the VM.

3x3cUt0r · Rated PG Joined: 19 May 2009 Posts: 23

I use Virtual PC, it's really good if you try to run something in a Windows enviroment.

acruxksa · Posted: Tue, 19 May 2009 12:55:50 Post Subject:

I've recently installed Sun's Virtual Box on my macbook. Haven't installed Windows 7 RC1 to it yet, but that's the plan. Virtual Box is FREE which means you should at least give it a look before paying. I think MS's Virtual PC is also free, but haven't really played with it much.