Which one better for virtualization for multiple OS

Question

I want to test multiple Operating Systems on one PC. Which one of these is better for virtualization of multiple OSs?

1. VirtualPC
2. Windows 7

Answer 1

My understanding is that the Windows 7 built-in virtualisation is primarily for allowing older, incompatible Windows applications to run under later versions seamlessly.

If you want virtualisation of multiple OS' (where multiple doesn't just mean Microsoft SomethingOrOther), I'd be looking at a product more targeted as that.

I actually prefer VMWare Player but any of them should be good enough:

• VMWare.
• Virtual PC.
• VirtualBox.
• QEmu.
• Bochs.
• even DosBox if you're emulating really old operating systems.

That's also my order of preference if you're interested. You're probably not, and it's a matter of taste anyway so feel free to ignore.

Answer 2

Since this is in OS X, I'm assuming you want something that runs ON OS X. I'd recommend Virtualbox. It's free and works well.

Answer 3

If you want to try out OS X in a virtual machine on your Windows 7 PC: stop thinking about it. There ARE ways to accomplish this, but none of them are legal.

If you are still interested you should stick to Virtual Box and google around a bit =)