Virtual Machine
The latest Virtual Machine coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
VirtualBox 7.2 Beta Brings Windows 11 ARM Support: A Game Changer for Developers
The virtualization landscape is shifting under our feet as ARM-based processors redefine what's possible in personal computing, and Oracle's VirtualBox is making a bold play for relevance with its...
Microsoft Releases Urgent KB5061977 Update for Hyper-V Confidential VM Security
In a move underscoring its commitment to enterprise security and system stability, Microsoft has rolled out an urgent out-of-band (OOB) update, KB5061977, targeting critical reliability issues in...
Windows Server 2022 Emergency Update KB5061906 Squashes Hyper-V VM Freeze Bug
Microsoft has shipped an out-of-band cumulative update, KB5061906, to resolve a critical defect that was causing Hyper-V virtual machines to freeze or restart unexpectedly on Windows Server 2022. The...
Protecting Your Windows Deployments: Keeping Microsoft Defender Up-to-Date in Installation Images
Introduction Windows installation images, such as Windows Imaging Format (WIM) and Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) files, are essential tools for IT administrators, system builders, and power users to deploy...
NVIDIA GB200 Superchips Power New Azure ND VMs for Massive AI Workloads
Introduction Microsoft's recent unveiling of the Azure ND GB200 v6 Virtual Machines (VMs) marks a significant milestone in the evolution of AI infrastructure. These VMs, powered by NVIDIA's GB200...
Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization on Azure: A Strategic Hybrid Cloud Solution for Legacy Modernization
For organizations contending with the relentless pace of digital transformation, the challenge of straddling both legacy virtual machine (VM) workloads and cutting-edge cloud-native technologies has...
Parallels Dominates as Virtualization Becomes Standard for Windows on Apple Silicon Macs
Introduction Apple's transition from Intel's x86 architecture to Apple Silicon's ARM-based chips marked a watershed moment in the computing landscape. While radically enhancing Macs' performance and...
Browser-Based Windows Emulators: Relive Nostalgia & Boost Productivity
Remember the thrill of hearing the iconic startup chime of Windows 95 for the first time? That sensory rush of early computing is now just a browser tab away. Browser-based Windows emulators have...
Microsoft’s AITL tool automates Linux VM image testing with 400+ LISA checks
Introduction Microsoft's relationship with Linux has evolved significantly over the past two decades. Once seen as competitors, Microsoft now embraces Linux, especially within its Azure cloud...
Ditch Subscriptions: 5 Free Open-Source Windows Productivity Tools for 2025
Introduction In recent years, the software industry has witnessed a significant shift towards subscription-based models. While these models offer benefits like regular updates and cloud integration,...
Enable Hyper-V on Windows 11: Full Setup Guide & System Requirements
Introduction Hyper-V, Microsoft's native hypervisor, has become an integral component of Windows 11, offering robust virtualization capabilities to IT administrators, developers, and power users....
Azure AI Studio and Copilot+ PCs steal the show at Microsoft Build 2025.
Introduction Microsoft's annual Build conference has long been a cornerstone event for developers worldwide, offering insights into the company's latest technological advancements. The 2025 edition,...