Setting up VirtualBox
As mentioned earlier, we will be configuring our setup for penetration testing (pen testing) in this chapter. The first thing we will need is virtualization software. Virtualization software helps us to run a complete OS on top of our existing OS. The main advantage of virtualization is that you can run a complete OS without needing to buy additional physical hardware, such as a PC, while enjoying all the features that come with such hardware. Once we move forward, you will understand these advantages in more detail. Here's a list of popular virtualization software:
- VMware Workstation Player
- VirtualBox
Though there are other options available, I recommend using one of these. I will be using VirtualBox in this book since it is free. VMware Player is also free, but it can't be used commercially without proper licensing.
To download VirtualBox, go to the following link: https://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads.
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