How to Install Ubuntu 11.04 on VirtualBox

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click on this link to go to the VirtualBox download page.

   You can also reach this page by searching VirtualBox in Google.
   
   Download the suitable VirtualBox for your operating system.
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   Step 2: Download the operating system of your choice.

   The downloaded file should be in ISO or DMG format.
   
   You can install the following operating systems on VirtualBox:
   Microsoft Windows Mac OS X Linux Solaris BSD IBM OS/2 , Follow the steps and use the default for every option.
   
   If, during the installation, a security program pops up, just click Continue. ,, Select the OS you want to run and select the correct version.
   
   Then click Next. , Don't change the RAM settings unless you know what you are doing. , Doing this action will cause the operating system to be installed in your user folder. , Again, do not change anything unless you know what you are doing. , This option will ensure that you never run out of space on the new OS. , You can also resize how big you want to big you want the virtual drive to start out. , Double click the menu icon or click Start above it.
   
   This will open a new window.
   
   When the software prompts, browse for your download OS and open it. ,
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   Step 3: Install VirtualBox.

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   Step 4: Open Virtual Box and click New.

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   Step 5: Type in a name for your virtual machine.

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   Step 6: Click Next again.

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   Step 7: Click Create to create a virtual drive.

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   Step 8: Click Next again.

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   Step 9: Select the Dynamically Allocated option.

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    Step 10: Click Create to create the new virtual drive.

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    Step 11: Start the virtual machine.

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    Step 12: Now you can continue with the process of installing Ubuntu on a virtual machine.

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