How to Run Windows from Inside Linux « Null Byte :: WonderHowTo

Something that can shy a user away from making the switch to Linux is not having the option to go back to Windows. Luckily, there are solutions like dual-booting, where you can have both OS's installed right next to each other. However, Windows 8 appears as if it will block dual-boots with its neo-space BIOS that have been developed. Sneaky-sneaky. Windows users could still throw in a Linux live CD to try out Linux, but what does a Linux user do when they need something from Windows?Oracle has a free program similar toVMwarecalledVirtualBox. VirtualBox creates a VM (Virtual Machine) within the host operating system. This allows you to install an entire operating system, like Windows, within Linux while the host operating system is still running. This can be useful in so many ways, you can even run multiple VM's simultaneously—if your computer hardware permits.In thisNull Byte, we're going to install Oracle's VirtualBox, and go over how to run the daemons and modules, as well as prepare a virtual hard drive for guest OS installation with a nice vTutorial by yours truly.Install VirtualBox and Configure ModulesFollow along with this video demo to learn how to install Vbox in Arch Linux, and configure it properly. For your reference, here all of the commands (in order of usage):sudo pacman -S virtualboxsudo vboxbuildsudo nano /etc/rc.conf (edit the lines with vboxdrv, and vboxnetflt)sudo modprobe vboxdrvsudo modprobe vboxnetfltPlease enable JavaScript to watch this video.Come join some chats in theIRC!Want to start making money as a white hat hacker?Jump-start your hacking career with our2020 Premium Ethical Hacking Certification Training Bundlefrom the newNull Byte Shopand get over 60 hours of training from cybersecurity professionals.Buy Now (90% off) >Other worthwhile deals to check out:97% off The Ultimate 2021 White Hat Hacker Certification Bundle99% off The 2021 All-in-One Data Scientist Mega Bundle98% off The 2021 Premium Learn To Code Certification Bundle62% off MindMaster Mind Mapping Software: Perpetual LicenseRelatedHow to Hack Like a Pro:Getting Started with MetasploitHow To:Virtual Machine BasicsHow To:Run Kali Linux as a Windows SubsystemHow To:Recover Passwords for Windows PCs Using OphcrackHack Like a Pro:Scripting for the Aspiring Hacker, Part 3 (Windows PowerShell)How To:Run Your Favorite Graphical X Applications Over SSHHack Like a Pro:Linux Basics for the Aspiring Hacker, Part 1 (Getting Started)Hack Like a Pro:Windows CMD Remote Commands for the Aspiring Hacker, Part 1How To:Automate Your Linux Commands with a Single Click (For Android Devices)How To:Use the Wubi installer for UbuntuNews:Complete Arch Linux Installation, Part 1: Install & Configure ArchHow To:Use Cygwin to Run Linux Apps on WindowsHow To:Scan for Viruses in Windows Using a Linux Live CD/USBHow To:Stream Media to a PS3 or Xbox 360 from Mac & Linux ComputersNews:Performance Hacks & Tweaks for LinuxHack Like a Pro:Hacking Samba on Ubuntu and Installing the MeterpreterHow To:Recover Deleted Files in LinuxHow To:Create a Custom Arch Linux DistroHow To:Windows 7 Won't Boot? Here's How To Fix Your Master Boot RecordHow To:Run a Free Web Server From Home on Windows or Linux with ApacheHow To:Encrypt your Skype Messages to Thwart Snooping Eyes Using PidginHow To:Remove a Windows Password with a Linux Live CDNews:Cannot find windows loader after Linux install?How To:Chain VPNs for Complete AnonymityHow To:How Hackers Take Your Encrypted Passwords & Crack ThemHow To:Customize Your Linux DesktopHow To:Install Linux Mint 7 inside Windows VistaNews:Make Windows Vista Run Faster - free!How To:boot Linux in your browserHow To:Play Emulated Games on Linux with Your Xbox 360 Controller