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How to Create a Windows 10 Virtual Machine in VirtualBox

To initiate VirtualBox setup on your computer, proceed as follows:

  1. Access this link and choose the Windows Hosts selection from the dropdown.
  2. The download of VirtualBox will commence on your system.
  3. Launch the downloaded VirtualBox setup and press Next to continue.
Advice: Should you encounter any setup issues, opt to unselect the USB functionality during the setup process.

Guidelines for crafting a new virtual machine in VirtualBox:

  1. Click the New button in the Machine menu.
  2. Name your Virtual Machine, pinpoint the Windows 10 .iso file location, and hit Next. Opt out of Automatic Installation.
  3. Allocate a minimum of 4 GB of RAM and proceed by clicking Next.
    4. Note: Adjust the RAM amount to your needs as long as it meets the system specifications.
  4. Select to forge a Virtual Hard Disk Now, a minimum of 40 GB is recommended for proper functionality. Then press Next.
  5. In the concluding Summary window, confirm by clicking Finish.
  6. Under the Tools tab, locate the Windows 10 .iso file by clicking the button with three dots. A dropdown will appear. Select Media.
  7. Proceed to the Optical Disks tab and click Add.
  8. Activate your virtual machine by selecting Start.
  9. The process to install Windows 10 will commence.

For additional details on configuring Windows, refer to the section: How to install Windows 10?.

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