MB conked out recently and has given me a chance to do a fresh install. I had been using dual boot setup earlier and now like to explore virtualization. The idea is to have 3 different OS - 64bit Vista, 32bit XP and 64bit Linux Mint.
I need advice on picking a good Virtualization software preferably free for home use. It shouldn't be too complicated to get it up and running. I have a msdnaa account if that helps.
Also, which of the above 3 listed OS would make a better host OS for the setup, in terms of minimizing incompatibility or h/w issues.
H/W: e2160, 2x1GB DDR2-800, Radeon HD 4850, WD 500GB, MB unknown.
Please do let know any preps or pitfalls to be aware of before going the VM route.
Thanks
I need advice on picking a good Virtualization software preferably free for home use. It shouldn't be too complicated to get it up and running. I have a msdnaa account if that helps.
Also, which of the above 3 listed OS would make a better host OS for the setup, in terms of minimizing incompatibility or h/w issues.
H/W: e2160, 2x1GB DDR2-800, Radeon HD 4850, WD 500GB, MB unknown.
Please do let know any preps or pitfalls to be aware of before going the VM route.
Thanks