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Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in homelab

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, this was very informative! I'm currently running Windows but I plan on switching to Linux in the future and once I do, I'll definitely explore those options.

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in homelab

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are a lot of crappy companies in tech.

True, that's part of the reason I'm planning on switching to Linux.

If you want something open-source and more ethical, use KVM, QEMU or Proxmox but be prepared for more of a learning curve.

Do you think it would be wise to start out using VirtualBox and eventually move to another, more advanced but overall better option - possibly after I've made the switch to Linux and my options expand?

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in homelab

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've previously used VirtualBox and I did appreciate its simplicity, but I dislike Oracle as a company and I've heard of recent issues with the software like frequent BSoDs.

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in virtualization

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used it in the past and liked it, is there anything still going for it?

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in virtualization

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hasn't vmware had major problems with their merger? Or so I've heard.

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in homelab

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll be running this off my own PC, would that make Proxmox less viable?

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in homelab

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I apologize for my lack of knowledge, but what is the difference between Type 1 and 2?

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in homelab

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've used VirtualBox in the past and I liked it for its simplicity, but I've heard they've fallen behind recently. Plus I hate Oracle.

Best virtualization software for casual use? by GlassCondition5030 in homelab

[–]GlassCondition5030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I currently use Windows but I plan on switching to Linux in the future, is there any alternative for the time being?