Windows 8 Installation on VirtualBox: Comprehensive Guide for IT Professionals

Begin the VirtualBox setup on your computer by following these instructions:

1. Click this link and choose the Windows Hosts selection from the menu.

2. The VirtualBox setup file will initiate download on your system.
3. Execute the downloaded VirtualBox setup and proceed by selecting Next.

To establish a new virtual machine in VirtualBox, carry out the following:

1. Press the New button located in the Machine menu.

2. Name your new Virtual Machine and specify the location for your Windows 8 .iso file, then click Next.
Reminder: Ensure the box for Skip Unattended Installations is checked.

3. Allocate a minimum of 2 GB of RAM and proceed by clicking Next.

4. Select to Create a Virtual Hard Disk Now, recommend a minimum of 40 GB for functionality, and then click Next.

5. In the Summary window that follows, select Finish.

6. Navigate to Tools, click the three-dot button on the right, then select Media from the dropdown menu.

7. Select the Optical Disks tab, then press Add and choose the Windows 8 .iso file.

8. Initiate the virtual machine by selecting Start.

9. The process to install Windows 8 will start.

For detailed guidelines on setting up Windows, consult the article: How to Install Windows 8?.