Virtual Machines Explained: How to Install Linux on Windows 11 Using VirtualBox

Want to try Linux without deleting Windows? In this beginner-friendly tutorial, I explain what a virtual machine is and show you how to install Xubuntu Linux on Windows 11 using Oracle VirtualBox — safely, legally, and without dual booting. This step-by-step guide is perfect for beginners who want to experiment with Linux and Ubuntu, learn about operating systems, or test software inside a virtual environment. I also show you how to take snapshots so you can restore your virtual machine if you break something. In this video you’ll learn: • What a virtual machine is • What a hypervisor does • Why VirtualBox is great for beginners • How to install Linux on Windows 11 • How to create snapshots Whether you're curious about Linux, studying IT, or just want to experiment without risk, this guide will walk you through everything. LINKS: VirtualBox https://virtualbox.org/ Xubuntu 22.04.5 ISO https://cdimage.ubuntu.com/xubuntu/releases/jammy/release/ Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Pack https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/cpp/windows/latest-supported-vc-redist?view=msvc-170#visual-studio-2015-2017-2019-and-2022 TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 0:34 What is a Virtual Machine? 1:00 Why Use Linux? 1:35 What is a Hypervisor? 1:57 Choosing a Hypervisor 2:26 How to Download VirtualBox 3:16 How to Download Linux 4:27 How to Install VirtualBox 6:05 How to Install a Virtual Machine in VirtualBox 10:57 How to Get Superuser Privileges 12:16 How to Reboot Linux 14:10 How to Shut Down Your Virtual Machine 15:04 How to Install Oracle Virtual Box Extension Pack 16:16 How to Take Snapshots of Your Virtual Machine #Linux #Windows11 #VirtualMachine