How to Install VirtualBox & Setup Ubuntu Server (2026 Guide)
In this step-by-step tutorial, I will show you how to download, install, and configure Oracle VM VirtualBox on Windows, followed by a complete setup of the Ubuntu Server 24.04 LTS. Whether you are a student or a tech enthusiast, this guide will help you create your own virtual lab environment!
📋 What You’ll Learn:
VirtualBox Installation: How to download the installer and fix common "Microsoft Visual C++" dependency errors [02:15].
Ubuntu Server Download: Getting the latest ISO from the official Ubuntu website [03:28].
VM Configuration: Setting up the right RAM, CPU, and Disk space for a smooth experience [05:21].
OS Installation: Walking through the Ubuntu Server setup wizard, including storage and user configuration [06:57].
Post-Installation: Verifying your user with terminal commands like whoami and updating the system [09:55].
SSH Setup: Configuring Port Forwarding (Port 22) to access your server remotely via SSH [11:33].
⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:43 Downloading VirtualBox for Windows
2:15 Troubleshooting: Installing Microsoft Visual C++
3:28 Downloading Ubuntu Server ISO
4:04 Creating a New Virtual Machine
5:21 Allocating Resources (RAM, CPU, & Disk)
6:24 Starting the Ubuntu Server Installation
7:46 Configuring Username and Password
9:15 First Boot & System Verification
10:20 Updating the Package List (apt update)
11:33 Configuring SSH Port Forwarding
12:34 Testing SSH Connection
🔗 Resources:
VirtualBox: https://www.virtualbox.org/
Ubuntu Server: https://ubuntu.com/download/server
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