VMware Workstation 26H1 is out with 64-bit binaries for Windows, new operating system support, fixes, and other changes.
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VirtualBox, a popular cross-platform virtualization software, has been updated to version 7.2.8 with fixes for various bugs, including black screens of death on Windows 11 VMs.
A new update for VMware Workstation is now available, fixing the long-standing bug with updates and plenty of other issues.
A new version of VMware Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro is out, bringing a new command-line tool, USB 3.2, support for more guest and host operating systems, and more.
Microsoft has released Trusted Launch in-place upgrade support for Azure VMs to boost security for customers.
Windows 11 version 25H2 is getting closer, and Parallels Desktop 26 is already here with support for the next Windows 11 release and macOS 26 Tahoe.
VirtualBox 7.2 is now live, and alongside bug fixes and other improvements, it finally supports running Windows on Arm guests on Windows on Arm machines.
VMware has released new versions of Workstation Pro and Fusion to address security issues and fix snapshot bugs.
KDE has been working on a native virtual machine manager for some time. Now, the developer has published an update showcasing how far it has come.
ReactOS, one of the "open source Windows" alternative OSs, has received some upgrades related to the Explorer. The project is now able to run full-screen apps.
If your virtual machines suffer from 100% CPU utilization, VirtualBox version 7.1.8, the program's latest update, is here to fix that.
Want an official Windows 11 virtual machine from Microsoft? Too bad—they are no longer available, at least for now.
Oracle's latest updates to VirtualBox brings "multiple" TPM improvements for Windows 11 and 10, a fix for Windows 11 24H2, and more.
The latest update for VMware Workstation makes it easier to set up virtual machines with the just-released Windows 11 version 24H2.
Oracle has released a new update for VirtualBox. Version 7.1 is now available with fixes for black screens in Windows VMs and more.
VMware Workstation Pro 17.6 is now available with a new vmcli command-line tool, support for Windows 11 23H2, Windows Server 2025, and more.
Microsoft has announced the general availability of the Mv3 High Memory VMs on Azure. It has also shared more details about Very High Memory VMs.
The recently updated Windows 11 virtual machines from Microsoft are now again available for VMware users. Microsoft resolved unknown technical issues, but the variant or Parallels is still missing.
In our second installment of the self-hosted series, we provide step-by-step instructions to install a Linux and Windows virtual machine on Proxmox, along with some key things to watch out for.
Microsoft has posted a notification that some of its free virtual machines will soon be delisted from their download page. The virtual machines in question are for VMware and Parallels for Macs.
In this series, I'll discuss what self-hosting is, why it's something you might want to consider as a hobby, and what you need to get started on this technical journey towards self-reliance.
Microsoft has issued a warning that certain users might experience problems installing Windows 11 on virtual machines. The company is working on resolving the issue in future updates.
Microsoft has announced that the upcoming release of Windows Server 2025 will have a new feature called GPU Partitioning which will let admins set up multiple virtual machines to share one GPU.
If you need a virtual machine to experiment with Windows 11 and its dev tools, Microsoft has just released a new version of its official and available for free virtual machines with Moment 5 features.
Broadcom, the owner of VMware, has announced that Workstation Pro for Windows and Fusion for Mac are now free for personal use. Workstation Player and Fusion Player are now discontinued.
Microsoft has released a new set of free Windows 11 virtual machines. Version 2403 is now available for download in four different configurations for various virtualization software.
Microsoft has released new Windows 11 virtual machines available for free evaluation. Version 2401 includes the latest cumulative updates for Windows 11 version 22H2 and various developer tools.
Microsoft has released a new version of its Windows 11 evaluation machines you can use for free for 90 days. Version 2311 is now available for download with the latest Moment 4 update features.
Microsoft has updated its official free Windows 11 virtual machines, also known as Windows Development Environment. Version 2310 is now available for download with September 2023 cumulative updates.
VirtualBox has received a major update today which fixes a TPM save issue, a black screen issue on Windows 11, nested virtualization, and lots more. Find the full changelog in the article.
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Microsoft will release new free Windows 11-based virtual machines by the end of each month. Version 2309 is now available in four traditional formats for various virtualization software.
As expected, Microsoft released a new set of free virtual machines closer to the end of the month. The August 2023 update is here, letting you try the latest Windows 11 updates and its dev tools.
Tonight on Microsoft Weekly: Microsoft reports its finances and gets slapped with an antitrust investigation from the EU; Windows 11 receives new builds and features; and Edge has a new mascot.
Microsoft has published an updated set of its free Windows 11 virtual machines called "Windows 11 development environment." Version 2307 is now available for download in four different formats.
VMware has released Fusion Tech Preview 2023 with a "significant leap forward" for its virtualization software on macOS. Apple Silicon-based Mac users now have full 3D acceleration on Windows 11.
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Microsoft's official free Windows 11 virtual machines have been updated to version 2306. The latest version contains various development tools and the most recent Windows 11 "Moment 3" update.
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Another month—another update for the Windows 11 Development Environment, also known as free Windows 11 virtual machines. Version 2305, with the latest updates, is now available for download.
Google Cloud has announced its new A3 VMs are available in a private preview. They are powered by NVIDIA's H100 GPUs and are designed for training complex machine-learning models quicker.
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If you need a free virtual machine to test Windows 11 or its development tools, grab the latest version from the official website. Version 2304 is now available for free use until July 18, 2023.
You can now test Windows 11's latest feature update without purchasing a license for the operating system. Microsoft has updated its official virtual machines available for a free evaluation.
