In this article, we will learn how to install Linux in Oracle VirtualBox step by step. We are demonstrating Oracle Linux 8.4 installation here, the steps are almost the same for Redhat Linux/Centos, etc.
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Required Softwares
Step 1: Create a Virtual Machine
Open VirtualBox software and create a new virtual machine first.
Name: Enter your virtual machine Name
Folder: Select the Virtual Machine Location where you want to create a virtual machine.
ISO Image: Select the downloaded Linux ISO image.
Skip unattended Installation: Must check this option.

Step 2: Decide RAM size
Select the RAM size for your virtual machine then Next

Step 3: Hard Disk Space
Select Disk Space then Next

Step 4: Check the Machine Summary
If the machine configuration is the same as you decided then Finish.

Step 5: Start the Virtual Machine
Now your machine is ready, Click on the Start button to process the Linux Installation

Step 6: How to Install Linux in Oracle VirtualBox
Use the UP arrow key select “Install Oracle Linux 8.4.0” and hit enter

Step 7: Language
Select language then continue

Step 8: Installation Destination
Click on installation destination and select the disk


Step 9: Root Password
Click on Root Password and set it

Enter your Root Password then click on the Done button

Step 10: Begin Installation

Step 11: Reboot System
Once installation is completed then click on the reboot system button.

Step 12: Licensing
Click on License Information and select the check box “I accept the license agreement“.


Step 13: Finish Configuration
And finally installation process is finished Just click on “Finish Configuration“.

Step 14: Enter username and click on the next button then enter password


Step 15: Start using the Oracle Linux server
this is the last step now you can enjoy the Linux server.

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