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Learning VMWare & other Operating Systems

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nyctomd

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I just bought a new computer with Windows 8 Pro. I am interested in learning that along with others. I have never used Linux so I want to learn that and play around with Windows Server 2012.

I am new to IT so bare with the lack of knowledge that is why I want to play with this. I am interested using VMWare to toggle back and forth with the OS's this way I can mess something up and re-do it.

I downloaded a free version of VMWare and I have a Linux iso ready to use. Windows Server 2012 I will buy shorty.

Now with that being said, I don't know where to start. As I am reading up on things, my question is... Is VMWare kinda like it's own operating system? Will I have to boot from a usb to upload it? Will it wipe my Windows 8 pro?

Do you know of any better learning techniques? I can't afford classes right now so this is the best way I know how to learn and get some what of a "hands on experience".
 
When you are saying VMware do you actually mean running a VM (Virtual Machine)? If yes then you have nothing to fear about wiping your OS which as you said is Windows 8.
 
The best way to describe VMware is like having a computer inside a computer. It creates virtual hardware that interacts with your current hardware to make what feels like a separate computer inside your computer. The nice thing is that it will run from within the Windows 8 environment, so they are great to learn and try things out with.

So, let's say you want to install Server 2012. You tell vmware you want to create a new machine, install the dvd, and tell vmware to install it from the DVD drive. At the point, vmware knows what you are trying to do, and will create recommendation for the amount of RAM to use and how big to make the virtual drive. Just put in the key and tell it to Go!

Now, before you get started, you need to make sure hardware virtualization is enabled in the BIOS. If you need help with this, tell us the make and model of your computer, and we can help you find it.
 
Thank you guys... Very helpful information. Now the question is Hyper-V or VMWare? Which do you prefer for home use and practice?
 
Since you want to "play" with Windows Server 2012, you are better off with Hyper-V.




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