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You Can Install The Virtualbox Tool On Any Windows 10 Operating System. The Above Tool Is A Free Hypervisor Used To Build Virtual Machines And Virtual Networks. 

How To Build And Configure A Virtual Machine With Oracle Virtualbox

Note that you must have an ISO file to install the operating system on the virtual machine. To do this, follow the steps below.

1. Suppose you use a 64-bit operating system and plan to install a 64-bit operating system on a virtual machine. In that case, you must enable the HAV feature according to the instructions mentioned in the previous section.
2. Next, go to   www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads  and select the VirtualBox platform package to install on your PC’s operating system. Click on the installation file and accept the default settings to install VirtualBox on your computer. After installation and execution, the software environment will be shown below.

To build a virtual machine using VirtualBox, click New on the toolbar and follow the wizard’s installation steps.
Choose a name like VM1 or VM_Lab_A for the virtual machine and select the option to install the Windows operating system. Accept the default settings.

4. When the virtual machine is in the selected state, click on the Settings option in the main VirtualBox Manager window. In the settings window and the left panel, select the Storage option.
5. Click on the tree option to the Controller’s right, SATA in the middle panel, and select the Add optical drive icon. It is an icon that looks like a CD with a positive sign.

6. A dialog appears. Select the Choose disk option. Select the location of the ISO file containing the operating system installation files. Select the ISO file, click the Open button, and click OK. The window will return to the main VirtualBox Manager window.
7. Configure the settings according to your needs to install the operating system on the virtual machine. Click the Start option on the toolbar. Your virtual machine runs, and the operating system installation process begins.
8. Open the Edge browser to ensure that Windows installed on the virtual machine can connect to the Internet without problems.

1. Install VirtualBox

• Download VirtualBox from itsofficial website. Install the software with the default options, including network interface drivers and USB device drivers.
• Once installed, launch VirtualBox.

2. Create a Virtual Machine

• Click “New” to start creating a new virtual machine.
• Name the Virtual Machine: Enter a name, such as “Ubuntu VM,” VirtualBox will automatically detect and suggest the operating system type (e.g., Linux) and its version.
• Allocate RAM: Assign memory (RAM) to the virtual machine. Ensure the allocated RAM doesn’t exceed your host system’s capacity. For example, for a system with 32GB of RAM, assigning 8GB (8192MB) to the VM is a good option.
• Set Up Virtual Disk: Choose to create a virtual hard disk. Opt for a VDI (VirtualBox Disk Image) format and select dynamically allocated storage. This allows the disk to grow as needed, initially saving space on your host machine. Set the maximum disk size (e.g., 20GB for Ubuntu) and specify its location on your system.

3. Configure the Virtual Machine

• Processor Allocation: Go to “Settings,” select “System,” and allocate the number of processor cores for the VM. If your system has multiple cores, you can assign more for better performance. This enables virtualization features like VT-x or AMD if your CPU supports them.
• Video Memory and Graphics: In the “Display” tab, allocate sufficient video memory (e.g., 128MB) and enable 3D acceleration for improved performance, especially if you plan to run graphically intensive applications.
• Attach Linux ISO: Under “Storage,” add the Linux installation ISO file as a virtual optical disk by clicking “Controller: IDE > Empty > CD icon > Choose a disk file.”
• Network Configuration: In the “Network” tab, configure a bridged adapter to connect the virtual machine to your physical network.

4. Install Linux OS

• Start the VM: Select the created VM and click “Start.” The ISO file will boot, mimicking a physical machine.
• Live Session or Installation: Choose “Try or Install Linux.” You can explore the OS in the live session to verify everything works or proceed directly with installation.
• Follow Installation Prompts: Complete the installation by selecting your desired settings (e.g., keyboard layout, partitions, and user credentials).
• Restart the VM once the installation is complete.

5. Optimize with Guest Additions

• Install VirtualBox Guest Additions to unlock advanced features like:
  • Shared Clipboard: Seamlessly copy text between the host and VM.
  • Drag-and-Drop: Easily transfer files between systems.
  • Improved Graphics: Unlock higher screen resolutions and smoother performance.
• To install, select “Devices > Insert Guest Additions CD Image.” Run the installer and reboot the VM for changes to take effect.

6. Adjust Display Settings

• Use tVirtualBox’s”View” menu to resize the VM display dynamically. Under “View> Virtual Screen 1,” you can choose “Auto-resize Guest Display” to fit the screen or set specific resolutions.

7. Connect USB Devices

• Insert your USB device into the host system. In VirtualBox, click “Devices > USB” and select the device. This feature allows the VM to recognize and use USB devices such as drives, security keys, or external hardware.

Following these steps will give you a fully functional Linux virtual machine on VirtualBox tailored to your needs. Let me know if you’d like me to elaborate further.