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What is VirtualBox?

VirtualBox is a powerful virtualization application that supports both x86 and AMD64/Intel64 architectures, making it suitable for use in both business environments and personal settings. This software is distinguished not only by its extensive feature set and impressive performance aimed at corporate users but also by being the only high-quality virtualization tool available for free as Open Source Software under the GNU General Public License (GPL) version 2. For those seeking a detailed overview, the section titled "About VirtualBox" provides valuable insights. Currently, VirtualBox can be run on a variety of host operating systems, including Windows, Linux, macOS, and Solaris, and it supports an impressive range of guest operating systems, from numerous Windows versions (starting from NT 4.0 up to Windows 10) to DOS/Windows 3.x, several Linux distributions, Solaris, OpenSolaris, OS/2, and OpenBSD. The ongoing development of VirtualBox includes regular updates, which add new features and expand the range of supported guest operating systems, ensuring that it remains competitive in the virtualization market. Furthermore, its evolution is fueled by a lively community that collaborates closely with a dedicated company, guaranteeing its consistent enhancement and adaptation to the needs of users. As a result, VirtualBox continues to be a reliable choice for anyone interested in virtualization solutions.

Media

Media

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Integrations Supported

Axigen
Balesio eLearning Impulse
CacheGuard
Clarive
Dradis
EMCO MSI Package Builder
Family Law Software
Huawei Anti-DDoS
Huawei Database Security Service (DBSS)
Huawei RDS
IM-Magic Partition Resizer Free
IM-Magic Partition Resizer Pro
Kylo
Macrorit Partition Expert Pro
PACE Suite
PrinterTux
QANplatform
Solus
Zinstall
miniSipServer

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Microsoft

Date Founded

1975

Company Location

United States

Company Website

microsoft.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

Oracle

Date Founded

1977

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.virtualbox.org

Categories and Features

Categories and Features

Server Virtualization

Audit Management
Health Monitoring
Live Machine Migration
Multi-OS Virtual Machines
Patching / Backup
Performance Log
Performance Optimization
Rapid Provisioning
Security Management
Type 1 / Type 2 Hypervisor

Virtual Desktop (VDI)

Desktop-as-a-Service
Load Balancing
Multi-Device Support
Multi-Factor Authentication
Permissions / Access Controls
Self Service Portal
Third Party Integration

Virtual Machine

Backup Management
Graphical User Interface
Remote Control
VDI
Virtual Machine Encryption
Virtual Machine Migration
Virtual Machine Monitoring
Virtual Server

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