This GitHub repository contains source code for Oracle VirtualBox and its virtual machine software.
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Oracle VirtualBox provides open-source virtualization software for running virtual machines.
About VirtualBox
VirtualBox is general-purpose full virtualization software for running virtual machines. The homepage says it is intended for laptop, desktop, server, and embedded use, for both personal and enterprise use. The project is a community effort backed by Oracle, and Oracle states that it helps ensure the product meets professional quality criteria.
The base platform is x86_64 hardware. According to the homepage, macOS/Arm support began with version 7.1 and Windows/Arm support with version 7.2. Oracle publishes maintenance releases that it describes as improving stability and fixing regressions.
Key features
- General-purpose full virtualization software for x86_64 hardware
- macOS/Arm support from version 7.1 and Windows/Arm support from version 7.2
- Intended for laptop, desktop, server, and embedded use
- Community forums for discussion and problem solving, with access to test builds
- Training labs, tutorials, and videos, with quizzes to test learning
- Oracle support resources for users
Best for: Users who need to run virtual machines on x86_64 or supported Arm hardware, for personal or enterprise use.
Good for
- Backed by Oracle, which states that it helps ensure the product meets professional quality criteria
- Regular maintenance releases that the homepage describes as improving stability and fixing regressions
- Open community forums and access to test builds for users who want to take part
Watch out for
- The core platform is x86_64 hardware
- Arm host support depends on version: macOS/Arm from 7.1 and Windows/Arm from 7.2
VirtualBox at a glance
- Website
- virtualbox.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Virtualization
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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VirtualBox FAQ
Where can I get training for VirtualBox?
The homepage lists labs, tutorials, and videos for learning how to use VirtualBox, and says quizzes are available to test learning.
What support is available for users?
The homepage says Oracle offers support resources for users and links to Oracle Support.
Can I access test builds?
The homepage says the community forums provide access to test builds.
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