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    Installing Ubuntu as a virtual machine?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Mark, May 21, 2007.

  1. Mark

    Mark Desktop Debugger

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    Has anyone tried installing Ubuntu in Vista or XP as a virtual machine with any success? I can get it to start installing and to boot up, but it seems like I can't input anything (mouse or keyboard) to the OS. Anyone experienced with Virtual Machines please give your comments. Thanks!
     
    Mark, May 21, 2007
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    mujtaba ZzzZzz Super Moderator

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    Well, I know someone who installed Debian (Ubuntu is based on Debian but is FAR heavier) on his XP, I think he also managed to install it on his Vista.
    I think you have to focus on the Window.
    Which virtual machine you are using ?
     
    mujtaba, May 22, 2007
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    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    I know that you can just download the VMWare player and a pre-created Ubuntu image from www.vmware.com. Is there a problem with doing that?
     
    Pitabred, May 22, 2007
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    null84 Notebook Evangelist

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    null84, May 22, 2007
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  5. Mark

    Mark Desktop Debugger

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    Well I was trying to use Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 since it is free. I could get it installed, but it seemed like there were graphic issues. I'll have to play around with it some more when I get the chance. This is a new realm for me, and it seems fun, just need some time.

    Thanks for the replies.
     
    Mark, May 22, 2007
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    Lysander AFK, raid time.

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    I'll second VMWare. Worked great for me under XP and Ubuntu.
     
    Lysander, May 22, 2007
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    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    VMWare is also free, FYI. It also works better according to everyone I know that knows anything about virtualization.
     
    Pitabred, May 23, 2007
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    AlexMagik Notebook Consultant

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    for get ubuntu to work in VPC 2007 you need to set it up from a shell setup (not graphic) and configure the video to be a 16 bits colors (and not 32)
     
    AlexMagik, May 23, 2007
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