Want to try something different again? Here's how you install macOS on Windows 10 in a virtual machine. Google doesn't offer a Chrome OS version suitable for virtual machine use.īut, because Chrome OS is based upon an open-source project, the clever team over at Neverware CloudReady can modify the code, making it play nicely with virtual machine software. Last year Google acquired Neverware, the company behind CloudReady, a Chromium OS-based operating system designed to be easy to install on any PC, effectively letting you turn an old laptop into a. Normally, you can only use Chrome OS on specific hardware-a Chromebook. However, Chrome OS doesn't boot up in a virtual machine like other operating systems such as Windows or Linux. You can figure out if the lack of traditional apps will affect you, if the workflow suits you, and whether you like the feel of the operating system.
The recovery system was real choppy in performance. While the process says it only takes about 20 minutes, on my end it took around 40. Once the system booted up (which took a good five minutes) all I needed to do was choose 'Install Cloudready' from the user menu in Chromium OS. If you're interested in switching but want to try before you buy, you can boot Chrome OS in a virtual machine.Ĭan You Boot Chrome OS in a Virtual Machine?īooting Chrome OS is a great way to try the operating system before you buy. This forced Virtualbox to boot from the boot disk clone.
It gives users a low-frills operating system that focuses on Google Chrome, as well as the numerous web apps and extensions that go with it.Ĭhrome OS is a roaring success. Note: This should popup automatically, if it doesnt, type chrome://apps in the address bar of your Chrome browser. Click on the Recovery icon highlighted below. Google's Chrome OS is the driving force behind the success of the Chromebook. Launch: The Chromebook Recovery Utility will now be installed and will show up on the Apps Page of your Chrome browser. You've probably heard all about Chromebooks and Chrome OS already.