virtual machine

If you’re dipping your toes into the realm of Windows Server administration, there's no better way to gain experience than by installing the server operating system on a virtual machine. One popular choice for virtual environments is VMware Workstation, known for its robust features and...

Are you yearning to dive into the world of penetration testing and cybersecurity without sacrificing your current Windows setup? Enter Kali Linux: the go-to OS for ethical hackers and cybersecurity professionals. With its plethora of pre-installed tools and features, it becomes vital for anyone...

On October 22, 2024, Microsoft rolled out the highly anticipated KB5044380 update for Windows 11, particularly targeting users of the 23H2 version. This optional update, which can be downloaded directly from the Update Catalog or through Settings > Updates & Security > Windows Update, aims to...

As technology continues to evolve, many users find themselves in a position where they need to utilize more than one operating system on their devices. For Mac users who need to run Windows applications due to work or personal projects, the task can often seem daunting. However, with...

In recent months, VMware Fusion has surged in popularity among Mac users seeking to run Windows applications seamlessly. Following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware, the software has become available for free personal use, providing an economical alternative to its major competitor, Parallels...

In a significant step for Mac users looking to run Windows applications, VMware has released VMware Fusion Pro 13 for free personal use. This can be particularly useful for those using Apple Silicon Macs, allowing them to run Windows 11 ARM in a virtual environment. This article provides...

It has been nearly three years since Windows 11 was released, and despite its innovative features, Microsoft has struggled to convert many users to the new operating system. Current estimates suggest that Windows 11 holds a market share of less than one-third, indicating that a significant...

This guide describes how to install and launch guest Windows 11 running at near-native speed in open-source Qemu emulator under host Windows 11. This privides an alternative if you want to install and use guest OS on a drive encrypted with open-source software and not with Microsoft-made...

The question comes about if it is currently possible and stable to install Windows 11 Pro (or Enterprise) on ReFS. Apparently this appears possible based on a Guru3D post: testing instaling windows 11 24h2 build 26100 on reFS I currently have converted my D drive to ReFS by copying all files to...

Creating a Windows ISO can be an essential task for IT professionals and enthusiasts. This guide will take you through the process step-by-step using UUPDump. Step 1: Access UUPDump 1. Open your preferred web browser. 2. Go to the UUPDump website: UUPDump 3. Alternatively access or visit our...

Hello to everyone. What I would like to understand if why,when I try to passthru my RTX 2080 ti from FreeBSD to Windows 11,it won't do it,causing the error 12. It says that it generates a resource conflict and requires additional installation). I'm trying to debug the error. Below you see the...

Hello, I am new to this forum and could use some help. In my company, I have found myself managing the IT part although I am not a systems engineer I have a windows 2008 R2 virtual machine that acts as domain controller (Domain functional level 2003, forest functional level 2000). This vm has...

An "unclean file system" or "unclean volume" occurs when a data storage device (e.g. USB stick) is disconnected without being safely unmounted. At the next connection, Windows asks the user to "repair" the volume, meaning running CHKDSK. From experience, I know that Windows 7 does not allow...

i am learning MS windows Server 2019 i created 2 VM 1 Server win 2019 1 windows 10 client when first time i try to login to server from windows 10 client i get login successful but when i logout and try to logon again i can not logon at server again. if any one know solution please post. Thanks

Greetings, I have finally got a VM to boot to a 'SecureRescueCD' in order to repair my Western Digital MyCloud 6TB drive. I have the 6TB plugged into a USB port, and recognized within Disk Manager. As part of the procedure, I have taken the Drive 'Offline' If I boot the VM without the 6TB...

I am trying to start a Hyper-V VM from a Powershell using the 'start-vm' command. This works fine, except that it starts up headless (i.e. the 'Virtual Machine Connection' window doesn't open up). Is there a way to make this happen?

Hi All, Windows 11-Pro 22H2 I can not run android mode in my Windows 11-22H2 virtual machine. So I can't test it out myself. I need an "accomplice". I really need all the questions answered, not just the first one. 1) do I need to install Android operating system or does it come with...

I have a Win Server and a Hyper-V machine on it. I would like to image a system that is hyper-v using Veeam for example and restore the system from an image on another computer but as a standalone server without hyper-v. Will it go? Has anyone done this? Can I only restore it as a virtual machine?

The system backup was created on a physical server 2016 Standard, version 1607. The restore is being done on a hyper v vm windows server 2016 standard, version 1607. The restore completed successfully but when i restart the vm it is not booting.

Hi We have a 2016 Server acting as ADC and hosting a number of applications for our domain. It has bee rock solid for several years. The server is instaled as a virtual machine on a HyperV 2016 server. We wanted to make some changes to who is allowed to use remote desktop and established a...