As Debian 10 is Linux operating system distribution, make sure the “Type” is set automatically to Linux as you enter the VM name in the name field as highlighted in the third column in the below image.Let’s suppose, if the user is creating the VM for Debian version 10.5, he/she can keep the name as Debian10.5 too, depending upon his/her choice. Since this guide is for installing Debian 10 on Virtual Box 6.1.12, that is why I write Debian 10 in the name field, the user can choose or keep any name of his/her choice (look at the highlighted first column in the image attached below). Whenever you create a new VM, choose a relevant and significant name for it.

Step 02: Enter the VM name and the required version Installing Debianįor installing Debian 10 on Virtual Box version 6.1.12, you need to follow the following steps in order: Step 01: Open the Oracle VM Virtual Box softwareĪfter opening the Virtual Box, go to the top left corner and click on the new button to create a new VM, as shown in the below image. At least 20GB of free disk space on your machine.Installed Virtual Box version 6.1.12 on your machine.Prerequisites for installing Debian on Virtual Boxįor installing Debian 10, you need to complete the following prerequisites of the process: Also, Debian 10 has further extended versions of it. Therefore it is highly recommended to have Virtual Box Software in your machines that enables to you create as many VMs as you want according to work/task specifications.ĭebian 10 is Linux operating system distribution, which is free and open-source software. Instead of installing different operating systems on your machine according to work requirements which involve complex setup process, frequent restarting of PC, data overwriting, and infected disk space. Virtual box is greatly recommended for IT users, students, and even professionals who have to work on multiple operating systems at once.

The document will show you the step-by-step installation process of Debian 10 on Virtual Box.

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