
The first thing we need to do to install Guest Additions on a Windows virtual machine is to run the virtual machine. Install Guest Additions on WindowsĪs I mentioned above, we must install Guest Additions in each of the virtual machines that we have on our computer.

To install we need to run the installer script n as root or from the Autorun Prompt (see below). iso will be loaded but not installed in your guest OS. This application, like the set of Guest Additions, is completely free, so it is not necessary to spend any money to get the most out of this application to manage virtual machines. Selecting Devices -> Install Guest Additions (or press Host + D from the Virtual Box Manager) the Guest Additions CD.

VirtualBox is a completely free application managed by the Oracle company.

Unlike other applications to manage virtual machines, such as VMware, where it is necessary to have a paid version to be able to enjoy a perfect integration between the host and virtual operating systems, with VirtualBox it is not necessary. The set of drivers and applications that are part of Guest Additions are located in the VirtualBox installation directory and, depending on the operating system, we must perform some steps or others, steps that we will show you later.
