Windows is a widely used operating system in every corner of the world. From personal use to office use, we all know the importance of the Windows operating system. However, there is a variety of operating systems that users can pick up according to their choice.
In this article, you’ll learn how to install Windows OS on your macOS virtually. You probably think of it as a complicated process, but it’s not that complicated. Just follow the given guidelines carefully to install Windows on your macOS virtually.
Things Required for Installing Windows Virtually
Before installing Windows OS virtually, you’re going to need three essential things.
Storage and RAM are required for installing the OS. If you don’t have enough storage, you won’t be able to install it. And if you have sufficient storage but less RAM, you won’t be able to experience real performance. Because it’ll lag a lot.
Windows OS files such as Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11. You can choose any file according to your choice. You can get it from the official website of Microsoft.
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What is Virtual Box?
A virtual Box is a software that is used worldwide by many IT experts to run multiple operating systems on one computer. Moreover, if you are thinking of switching up the operating system of your computer, but, you aren’t sure about its functionality, you can take the help of Virtual Box to test it.
Furthermore, if you want to learn a new OS without disturbing your current one, still, Virtual Box helps like a charm.
How to Install Windows Virtually on macOS?
In this paragraph, we have mentioned the main purpose of this article. It helps anyone to install Windows OS on their MacBook Pro or MacBook Air straightforwardly. We’d suggest you read every step carefully to avoid any kind of technical errors.
Step 1: Initially, open the Virtual Box on your MacBook.
Step 2: Then tap on the “New” icon next to the Add button on the top.
Step 3: Now, type the name of the operating system that you want to give. And select the version of your operating system. For example, if you want to install Windows 10 then choose Windows 10.
In our case, we’ve chosen Windows 10. Don’t forget to select the type “Microsoft Windows”. Because it defines which type of operating system you are going to use such as Windows, Linux, macOS, etc. Moreover, keep the Machine Folder as default.
Step 4: Choose the ISO file of Windows from the folder where it’s located.
Step 5: Now, set Username and Password for your Virtual Machine. Moreover, write the hostname – Windows.
Step 6: Then give the RAM & processors to your Virtual Machine as per your desire.
Step 7: Now, choose the size of the disk that you want to give to your virtual OS. At least, give 30GB of space. Or you can give space according to your usage but a minimum of 30GB space is important.
Ultimately, tap on “Finish” and you’re all set.
Now, follow the common steps that you do for Windows Installation and you’re all set to use Windows OS on your macOS.
If you’re facing any kind of problem while installing, feel free to contact us. Or drop a comment below that’s mentioning your problem and we’ll help you out with that.