VirtualBox

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VirtualBox is a desktop virtualisation technology for running guest operating systems from within a host. Guest additions are required to be installed inside the guest VM to enable certain pieces of functionality.

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The core product and guest additions are free to use and licensed under the GPLv3. An extension pack, distinct from the guest additions, is licensed separately and should not be used without an appropriate Oracle license. While desktop virtualisation is still useful, particularly for desktop environments, it is recommended that container-based solutions are explored first. We continue to place this adopt until it is clearer that it is no longer useful.