VirtualBox Reviews

Bridging Real and Virtual Worlds with VirtualBox

Comments: Overall, I am extremely pleased with VirtualBox. He can do everything that is expected of him and everything he promises, completely and properly.

Pros:

What I like most about VirtualBox is that it can run smoothly and without burdening the local system. Besides, its free configurability is also a very nice thing.

Cons:

I think my least favorite part is that sometimes there are points in the configuration settings that I have difficulty understanding.

VirtualBox review

Comments: Free Opensource & Multi platform application for managing and deployment of Virtual machines. No matter if a new OS inside your main system or virtualize your own computer and use it as a Sandbox...

Pros:

Easy to deploy new machines in no mater what your original desktop system comes from; you can virtualize a bunch of Linux, MacOS, Windows machines and ChromeOS & Android too!

Cons:

In a Windows Server environment, the Virtual machines can't start when booting the main Server OS (only after you login with Administrator credentials) and you need the help of third party programs to do that. In Linux environment is easier to deploy thanks to Cron.

Using virtual machines with VirtualBox

Comments: I've been using VirtualBox to test different software for app and web page development and deployment. It's been really useful and easy to use.

Pros:

It's fast and smooth, doesn't consume much resources and its interface is user friendly.

Cons:

It got once stuck and I had to restart the entire PC, other than that, it's great.

Oracle VirtualBox: Basic OS Virtualization that needs Improvement

Comments: Good experience but definitely would use VMWare for professional virtualization tasks.

Pros:

I used VirtualBox to run Linux and Windows OSes on top of my OSX MAC for the sake of testing networking and database software and for developing client/server applications. The nice thing about VirtualBox is its free license that makes it a cost-effective choice for users who want to test with new OSes and software. The virtualization performance is decent with some lagging when testing newer versions of Linux with more advanced GUI desktops. Definitely VirtualBox has a lot of limitations that I will mention in the Cons sectionl

Cons:

Many limitations make VirtualBox lag behind its main competitor VMWare Fusion (on a MAC) or VMWare Workstation (on Windows). The USB support is not enabled and requires a lot of configuration to make it work. The installation of the VM tools to provide a better resolution to the guest OS is also not that intuitive. This makes VMWare a much better alternative for serious developers/testers. The networking support also has some bugs especially when using the NAT network feature.

Running Virtual Machines with VirtualBox

Comments: I've been using VirtualBox to run virtual machines to deploy web apps and other software.

Pros:

Features to import and export virtual machines, check logs for errors, running multiple virtual machines at the same time.

Cons:

Since VirtualBox runs virtual machines, it consumes more resources and my device got slower when using it.

The most convenient and feature rich visualization software package

Comments: Allows me to create separate secure virtual environments for various testing and user oriented applications without being tied to any specific hardware which makes migration and distribution very easy and convenient. I've been using the system for years and have been very satisfied with the performance, features and ease of use.

Pros:

A cost effective solution for running multiple virtual machines and OSes. Great for testing and using various operating OSes while using shared hardware. Easy to set up and maintain. Very useful for creating remotely accessible virtual environments for multiple users. Easy local and remote backups and rollback functions. Very convenient and customizable management interface.

Cons:

The only thing that I would like to be implemented in future versions would be integrated multiple cloud platform synchronization and management but there are plenty of 3rd party applications that accomplish the year so not really much of an issue but would be convenient to have everything in a single integrated package.

VirtualBox is one of the best virtualization solutions in the market

Pros:

It is compatible with almost every simple operating system and has a clear, easy-to-use user interface.

Cons:

It takes a while to receive new updates.

Thinking Outside the Box: Virtualization with VirtualBox

Comments: As someone who enjoys developing mobile games with Android but preferring Apple hardware, I've found VirtualBox to be an incredibly useful tool. It's saved me a lot of money by allowing me to test my games on multiple virtual environments without having to purchase additional hardware.Altogether, I would highly recommend VirtualBox to anyone looking to create and manage virtual environments, especially if you're interested in developing mobile games using different hardware, or if you are looking for a solid playground for your software projects.

Pros:

I've found VirtualBox to be a powerful and versatile tool for developing Android apps and creating custom operating systems. It's flexibility and free-access allowed me to test my applications on multiple environments without having to purchase additional hardware, and thus saved me a lot of time and especially money!

Cons:

As someone who has used VirtualBox for various projects, I've come across a few cons worth noting. Firstly, the limited support for 2D/3D graphics can be a hindrance for developers working on graphics-intensive applications like mobile-games. Secondly, I've experienced occasional stability issues when running complex virtual environments or multiple virtual machines simultaneously. However, these kind of issues can be resolved by using VirtualBox Enterprise for little money.

Still a solid choice

Comments: I first used VirtualBox before Sun acquired it, and it keeps relevant.

Pros:

Very flexible and supports many platforms.

Cons:

Still a little on the clunky side and a little dated-looking.

Hosting with VirtualBox

Comments: I've been using VirtualBox for a couple of months and I can say it's really fast, doesn't consume much resources (I use a laptop).

Pros:

It's fast, the installation process is not complicated, full of resources and documentation.

Cons:

Some virtual machines failed and the logs were not helpful at all, didn't describe or provide extra information about the error.

VirtualBox makes virtualization effortless

Comments: Using VirtualBox on my desktop to run both Windows and Linux has been an incredibly enjoyable experience. It provided me with a seamless and efficient way to immerse myself in the world of Linux programming for an extended period. With VirtualBox, I effortlessly created and managed virtual machines, switching between Windows and Linux environments at will. This flexibility allowed me to work on diverse projects, develop, and test software in different operating systems, all within the convenience of a single machine. The user-friendly interface and ease of use made the transition between these environments a breeze, and the ability to snapshot and clone VMs simplified my development workflow. VirtualBox truly became my go-to tool for exploring the Linux realm while maintaining my Windows environment.

Pros:

With VirtualBox, I can easily run both Windows and Linux on my computer as a virtualization solution that works seamlessly. With few resources, a test environment may be quickly and easily configured and operational. Also, lacks many of the complex and needless requirements that I have observed in other programs. The good thing about VirtualBox is that most users find it to be a cost-effective option because to its free license.

Cons:

Regarding this product, I have nothing but positive things to say. Any problems I run into are simple to handle.

Drop Box a cloud based file storage

Comments: Drop box solved the problem when it comes to file collaboration and it is very usefull if you need to access your files anytime, anywhere with the help of the internet. You can share also the files to others.

Pros:

It is a cloud based file storage that you can store files at the same time share it with people online and can be access anywhere if you have an internet connection. You can access drop box also on mobile devices. It can be usefull for file collaboration because other people can add or edit the files that you stored with the given permission.

Cons:

The free trial plan gives you 2GB of storage and if you want more storage you need to subscribe on their plan like monthly or yearly which is a bit expensive, another issues I encountered was sometimes the mobile app is buggy and have a problem in syncing your files but it is normal and I will recommend drop box as one of your cloud based storage.

VirtualBox Review

Comments: My overall experience with VirtualBox has been really great, management of instances without downtime has been one of the benefits i enjoy.

Pros:

What I like the most about Virtual Box is the ability to maintain two instances of virtual machines isolated from one another, That's just the best and the configuration management of the instances is just splendid.

Cons:

I think more hardware integrated with the host machine could be worked on.

Easy to tool for testing Applications or Software

Comments: For a Self testing at home, or a quick set up for work testing, VirtualBox is easy to get up and running on your current system without needing a bare bones system for install and setup

Pros:

Easy to use UI. Easy to get start with creating the needed VM setup for your testing with Windows and Unix OSes

Cons:

Against services like Proxmox or VMware, there is a lot that is wanted for a hypervisor. And does require a UI for most deployments for handling the VMs

Great tool for testing and running older programs

Comments: I am very pleased with how well VirtualBox works and I use it quite often. Even privately I use it for running older Windows XP games on it!

Pros:

When I have programs that only run on Windows XP or Windows 7, Virtual Box is a great way to run these applications on a safe closed off environment. Even though you are working on a desktop that would not support Windows XP.

Cons:

It can be a little hard to set up Copy Paste and USB connections

Ubuntu in Virtualization: A Second Life for my Computer

Comments: I've installed Ubuntu and it's running great. The data gets saved and it feels like I've got another computer right inside my main one. I chose how much memory it would use, and the performance is solid. Everything's smooth. I love that the data is kept separate from my regular PC

Pros:

I love how it's such an effective software for downloading any operating system. And for someone like me, who doesn't have a super powerful PC to split the memory, a virtual machine is just the best way to go

Cons:

So, the cool thing is you can toss in and arrange whatever you want, at your own pace and however you vibe with it. This way, you're not hogging all the memory or space on your computer

One of the best virtualisation software

Pros:

Very easy to configure your virtual machine with a simple user interface that allows the quick allocation of resources.

Cons:

The only drawback is the responsiveness of the virtual machines are sometimes slow.

It helps you test any program before actually working on it

Pros:

It is easy for me to test every strange program inside the system, and I feel completely safe with regard to viruses, because in the end it is an important system

Cons:

It takes space from the computer's storage memory. Secondly, I cannot run large programs with very high capabilities, such as designer programs and some servers.

VirtualBox an awsome tool.

Pros:

I was able to run and test many different operating systems on my desktop withought having to reinstall my machine every time.

Cons:

i did not experience any negative issues , so im happy to recommend the software's.

All the advantages of virtualization at basically zero cost

Comments: extremely easy to use

Pros:

ease of use and deployment of VMs, very easy to set-up and maintain, it's like a commodity after all

Cons:

lacks compatibility with Apple silicon processors

VirtualBox: Best Open Source Virtualization software

Pros:

For operating Ubuntu on my windows machine I am using VirtualBox. It's free of cost and can be easily download from its official website. Best part is the already created VM can be shared with other users.

Cons:

I haven't find anything to dislike about VirtualBox. It's user interface is straight forward. The amount of cores and ram usage can be adjusted easily.

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Pros:

even the gui was not modern the program was easy to use and operate

Cons:

the way of look at application felts old technology

VirtualBox - virtualisation on the go

Comments: been using for years to build test boxes / closed networks and using it with vagrant is just so easy.

Pros:

it will install on virtually any OS. Can spin up a vm and test on my laptop whilst on the go.

Cons:

bit clunky at times, dependent on host, but really not much I do not like for what I use it for.

Free virtual machine

Pros:

Run on low specification computer, easy to use

Cons:

Open source project, easy to use and more support os

Good software

Comments: Great software so far

Pros:

The software has all the desired features.

Cons:

It's hard to understand what some settings do.