Want to Use Virtual Machines? Install VirtualBox Linux Mint Today

Well, let me tell you, getting that VirtualBox thingy on my Linux Mint was a bit of a head-scratcher, but I got it done! This old gal ain’t afraid of a little computer work, you see. Now, I’m gonna tell you how I did it so you can do it too. This is for that Linux Mint thing, you know.

First off, that VirtualBox, it’s like having another computer inside your computer. Why would you want that? Well, sometimes you gotta use a program that only works on that other system, you know, like that Windows thing. Some folks like to play those Windows games. Or maybe you just wanna try out a new system without messing up your main one. That’s what this VirtualBox is good for. I just want to run some old software that my son gave me, you know, the old stuff.

Now, there are a couple of those things, like this VirtualBox and something called VMware. I heard that VMware thing is a bit faster. Might be better if you’re running a whole bunch of those computer-inside-a-computer things at the same time. But VirtualBox, it’s free, and that’s good enough for me. And lots of folks use it so you can find help easily if you are stuck. For an old lady like me, the free stuff is always better.

So, here’s what you gotta do to install VirtualBox on your Linux Mint.

First, you gotta find the place to download it. You can just search for “VirtualBox download” on the internet. Make sure you get it from the right place, though. You don’t want to get some bad stuff on your computer, you know. I always look for the one that says “Oracle” because that’s the company that makes it, I think. And I think it is safe enough.

• Download the right file. It’s like a big package of stuff your computer needs. I always pick the newest one.
• Once it’s downloaded, you gotta open it up. It’s like unpacking a box.
• Then you gotta tell your computer to install it. There’s usually a button that says “Install” or something like that. Just click it and follow what it says on the screen.
• You might have to put in your password. That’s the secret code you use to get into your computer. It is just to keep the bad guys away.
• Then you just wait. It might take a little while, so be patient. Don’t get yourself all worked up. It will be done when it is done.

Once it’s done, you should see that VirtualBox thing in your menu. That’s where all your programs are. If you see it, that means you did it! You can now run that VirtualBox and it will let you put another system in there. If you don’t, you might have to do it all over again. But don’t worry, it’s not that hard once you get the hang of it.

Now, that’s how I got VirtualBox on my Linux Mint. It wasn’t too bad, even for an old gal like me. If I can do it, you can do it too! Don’t be scared to try new things, you know. And it is always good to learn something new everyday. A young one told me that once, I always keep that in mind.

Some folks say you can get it through that software manager thingy in Linux Mint. I tried that, but it didn’t work for me. Maybe I did something wrong, I don’t know. But downloading it from the internet worked just fine. You know, old ways sometimes are the good ways. At least, that is what I always say.

Another thing. You need to make sure your computer is strong enough to run this VirtualBox. It’s like needing a big enough house to have guests over. If your computer is too old or too weak, it might not work very well. Just something to keep in mind. A young boy told me that a strong computer is like a strong ox. I think he is right about that.

I also heard that for this VirtualBox thing on Linux Mint 20, you gotta do some extra steps. I don’t have that version, so I didn’t have to worry about it. But if you do, you might need to look that up online. There are lots of smart folks out there who can help you. I learned everything from the internet. It is a good place to learn.

Install VirtualBox Linux Mint, that’s what you type into the search bar if you get lost. Those are the important words. Remember those words, and you’ll be fine. Just remember what this old gal told you. You can do it!

So go on and give it a try. Don’t be afraid to mess around a little. That’s how you learn. And if you get stuck, just remember what I said. Or ask someone younger, they’re usually good with these computer things. I always ask my grandson, he is very clever.

I hope this helps you install VirtualBox. If this old lady can do it, so can you. Good luck!