Install Windows 11 safely in a virtual machine with this step-by-step guide from ExtremeTech—ideal for testing software or managing files securely. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X ...

Virtualization programs such as Microsoft Virtual PC can help your business computers run older programs that require Windows XP. You can use Virtual PC to create a virtual machine that contains a ...

Want to test-drive the new OS with the least amount of hassle? Give it a sandbox to play in. Rick Broida is the author of numerous books and thousands of reviews, features and blog posts. He writes ...

If you aren't happy with Windows 8, and are curious to find out what's new in Windows 8.1, rather than just read about it, why not try it for yourself and install it in a Virtual Machine? It's easy to ...

Building your own Steam Machine is possible now using the SteamOS beta release with compatible hardware. The process is complex, varies from machine to machine, and can be unreliable thanks to the pre ...

If the imminent end-of-support deadline for Windows XP has finally spurred you to make the update to Windows 8, you might be concerned about whether you’ll still be able to run your old programs. And ...

Virtual machines can seem juuuuust a bit too geeky for most otherwise computer-friendly people. That's sad, because it's an easy, free way to try another operating system, or use those one or two apps ...

If you follow gaming news, you’ve probably heard of Steam OS—Valve’s new operating system for dedicated gaming PCs. It’s Linux-based, designed for use in the living room, and completely free. So are ...