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Currently, there are various methods to install Windows 10 on computers, each catering to different goals. Some choose to update from older Windows versions, while others prefer installation via USB or disc. Virtual machine installation on Windows is also a popular choice.
Installing Windows on a virtual machine, whether it's Windows 10 or Windows 7, Pro or Standard, is versatile. For instance, with the latest Windows 10 Creators Update, featuring enhanced user functionality and improved security, you can install it on a VMWare virtual machine without the need to reinstall it on your computer to access these features.
The objective of installing Windows 10 on VMWare Workstation is to allow you to experience Windows 10 seamlessly without affecting the currently installed operating system. If you don't like it, you can easily delete it and use other popular operating systems such as Windows 7 or the widely used Windows 8.1.
Guide to Install Windows 10, Setup Windows 10 on VMWare Workstation
PREPARATION:
Download one of the versions of Windows 10 iso
Download virtualization software VMWare Workstation
After downloading VMWare Workstation, proceed with the installation and refer to the additional guide on creating virtual machines with VMware. With the preparation stage completed, let's move on to installing Windows 10 on the virtual machine with the following steps:
SETTING UP VMWARE WORKSTATION.
To create a new virtual machine, click on File >New Virtual Machine as shown below:
Choose Next to continue. In the select ISO file window below, navigate to the Windows 10 installation ISO file:
INSTALLATION ON VIRTUAL MACHINE.
Select the Windows 10 virtual machine, then press the Power on this virtual machine button as shown below:
The Windows 10 installation process is similar to Windows 8. After accepting the Windows 10 Tech Preview, you can choose to install the operating system with Custom: Install Windows only (advanced).
Here, we've guided you on how to install Windows 10 on VMWare Workstation. Additionally, you may also consider installing Windows 10 alongside Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 to experience two operating systems on the same computer.
Recently, Windows 11 has been released, allowing users to install and use it. However, you might be wondering whether to install Windows 11 or not. Let's try installing Windows 11 on a virtual machine for usage before making a decision.
- Read more: How to install Windows 11 on a virtual machine
If you're considering installing Windows 10, Mytour recommends using the ghost Windows 10 method to save time, instead of using time-consuming and potentially unsuccessful ways to install Windows 10.
