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<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-how-to-install-snigdha-os-in-virtualbox">🖥️ <strong>How to Install Snigdha OS in VirtualBox</strong><a href="#-how-to-install-snigdha-os-in-virtualbox" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -how-to-install-snigdha-os-in-virtualbox" title="Direct link to -how-to-install-snigdha-os-in-virtualbox"></a></h3>
<p>Installing <strong>Snigdha OS</strong> in <strong>VirtualBox</strong> is a great way to test or use Snigdha OS in a virtual environment without affecting your main system. Here&#x27;s a detailed step-by-step guide to help you get Snigdha OS running in VirtualBox.</p>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-1-download-snigdha-os-iso">📥 <strong>Step 1: Download Snigdha OS ISO</strong><a href="#-step-1-download-snigdha-os-iso" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-1-download-snigdha-os-iso" title="Direct link to -step-1-download-snigdha-os-iso"></a></h3>
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<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-2-install-and-set-up-virtualbox">💾 <strong>Step 2: Install and Set Up VirtualBox</strong><a href="#-step-2-install-and-set-up-virtualbox" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-2-install-and-set-up-virtualbox" title="Direct link to -step-2-install-and-set-up-virtualbox"></a></h3>
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<li><strong>For Windows</strong>: Download from <a href="https://www.virtualbox.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VirtualBox Website</a>.</li>
<li><strong>For macOS</strong>: Download from <a href="https://www.virtualbox.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VirtualBox Website</a>.</li>
<li><strong>For Linux</strong>: You can install it via your package manager:<!-- -->
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</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Launch VirtualBox</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->After installation, launch <strong>VirtualBox</strong> from your applications menu.</p>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-3-create-a-new-virtual-machine">⚙️ <strong>Step 3: Create a New Virtual Machine</strong><a href="#-step-3-create-a-new-virtual-machine" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-3-create-a-new-virtual-machine" title="Direct link to -step-3-create-a-new-virtual-machine"></a></h3>
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<p><strong>Click on &quot;New&quot;</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->Open VirtualBox and click on the <strong>New</strong> button to create a new virtual machine.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Set the Name and Type</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Name</strong>: Choose a name for your virtual machine (e.g., &quot;Snigdha OS&quot;).</li>
<li><strong>Type</strong>: Select <strong>Linux</strong>.</li>
<li><strong>Version</strong>: Select <strong>Linux 2.6 / 3.x / 4.x (64-bit)</strong> (or a similar option depending on the version of Snigdha OS).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Allocate Memory</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Assign <strong>at least 2 GB of RAM</strong> (more is recommended if your system can handle it). The default setting is usually fine, but you can increase it if you want better performance.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Create a Virtual Hard Disk</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Virtual Hard Disk Type</strong>: Choose <strong>VDI</strong> (VirtualBox Disk Image).</li>
<li><strong>Storage on Physical Hard Disk</strong>: Choose <strong>Dynamically allocated</strong> (this will allow the virtual disk to grow as needed).</li>
<li><strong>Size</strong>: Allocate <strong>at least 20 GB</strong> of disk space (the more the better, depending on your needs).</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-4-mount-the-snigdha-os-iso">💿 <strong>Step 4: Mount the Snigdha OS ISO</strong><a href="#-step-4-mount-the-snigdha-os-iso" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-4-mount-the-snigdha-os-iso" title="Direct link to -step-4-mount-the-snigdha-os-iso"></a></h3>
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<li>
<p><strong>Go to Settings</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->After creating the virtual machine, click on the <strong>Settings</strong> button.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Mount the ISO</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Go to the <strong>Storage</strong> tab.</li>
<li>Under <strong>Controller: IDE</strong>, click the empty <strong>disk icon</strong> and then click <strong>Choose a disk file</strong>.</li>
<li>Select the Snigdha OS ISO file you downloaded earlier.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-5-configure-virtual-machine-settings-optional">🔄 <strong>Step 5: Configure Virtual Machine Settings (Optional)</strong><a href="#-step-5-configure-virtual-machine-settings-optional" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-5-configure-virtual-machine-settings-optional" title="Direct link to -step-5-configure-virtual-machine-settings-optional"></a></h3>
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<li>
<p><strong>Adjust Display Settings</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Go to the <strong>Display</strong> tab in the settings and increase the <strong>Video Memory</strong> to at least 64 MB to ensure smooth graphics.</li>
<li>Enable <strong>3D Acceleration</strong> (if your hardware supports it) for better performance.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Network Settings</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>In the <strong>Network</strong> tab, ensure that the adapter is set to <strong>Attached to NAT</strong> (this allows the virtual machine to access the internet).</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-6-start-the-virtual-machine-and-install-snigdha-os">🔌 <strong>Step 6: Start the Virtual Machine and Install Snigdha OS</strong><a href="#-step-6-start-the-virtual-machine-and-install-snigdha-os" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-6-start-the-virtual-machine-and-install-snigdha-os" title="Direct link to -step-6-start-the-virtual-machine-and-install-snigdha-os"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>
<p><strong>Start the Virtual Machine</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->Click the <strong>Start</strong> button in VirtualBox.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Boot from the ISO</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->The virtual machine will boot from the Snigdha OS ISO. Youll see the Snigdha OS <strong>Live Session</strong> screen. If it doesn&#x27;t boot, make sure the ISO is properly mounted in the <strong>Storage</strong> section.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Launch the Installer</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->Once in the live environment, click on the <strong>Garuda Installer</strong> icon on the desktop to start the installation process.</p>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-7-install-snigdha-os">⚙️ <strong>Step 7: Install Snigdha OS</strong><a href="#-step-7-install-snigdha-os" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-7-install-snigdha-os" title="Direct link to -step-7-install-snigdha-os"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>
<p><strong>Select Language and Region</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->Choose your <strong>language</strong>, <strong>keyboard layout</strong>, and <strong>timezone</strong>.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Partitioning</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>If you&#x27;re using a single disk, you can choose <strong>Erase disk and install Garuda</strong> for automatic partitioning.</li>
<li>Alternatively, select <strong>Manual Partitioning</strong> if you need to create custom partitions.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>User Configuration</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Set your <strong>username</strong>, <strong>password</strong>, and <strong>root password</strong>.</li>
<li>Choose <strong>Btrfs</strong> as the default filesystem for Garuda (or ext4 if preferred).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Start the Installation</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->After configuring your settings, click <strong>Install</strong> to begin the installation process. The installer will copy files, install packages, and set up your system.</p>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-8-complete-the-installation-and-reboot">🔄 <strong>Step 8: Complete the Installation and Reboot</strong><a href="#-step-8-complete-the-installation-and-reboot" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-8-complete-the-installation-and-reboot" title="Direct link to -step-8-complete-the-installation-and-reboot"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>
<p><strong>Wait for Installation to Finish</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->The installation may take a while, depending on the speed of your system and the amount of software being installed. The progress will be shown in the installer.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Reboot the Virtual Machine</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->Once the installation is complete, the installer will prompt you to reboot the system. Click <strong>Reboot Now</strong> and remove the ISO file from the virtual drive in VirtualBox.</p>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-9-boot-into-snigdha-os">🖥️ <strong>Step 9: Boot into Snigdha OS</strong><a href="#-step-9-boot-into-snigdha-os" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-9-boot-into-snigdha-os" title="Direct link to -step-9-boot-into-snigdha-os"></a></h3>
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<li>
<p><strong>Reboot</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->After the installation, reboot the virtual machine. It will boot into your new <strong>Snigdha OS</strong> installation.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Login</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->Enter the <strong>username</strong> and <strong>password</strong> you set during the installation to log into Snigdha OS.</p>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-step-10-post-installation-steps">🎉 <strong>Step 10: Post-Installation Steps</strong><a href="#-step-10-post-installation-steps" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -step-10-post-installation-steps" title="Direct link to -step-10-post-installation-steps"></a></h3>
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<li>
<p><strong>Update the System</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->After logging in, open a terminal and update your system:</p>
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<li>
<p><strong>Install Additional Software</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->You can install additional software using the <strong>Garuda Assistant</strong> or the <strong>Pacman</strong> package manager.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Enjoy Snigdha OS</strong>:<br>
<!-- -->Now that your Snigdha OS is installed and running in VirtualBox, you can explore the KDE Plasma desktop or the desktop environment you chose during the installation.</p>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="-conclusion">🎉 <strong>Conclusion</strong><a href="#-conclusion" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to -conclusion" title="Direct link to -conclusion"></a></h3>
<p>Youve successfully installed <strong>Snigdha OS</strong> in <strong>VirtualBox</strong>! This method allows you to run Snigdha OS on your system without affecting your main operating system. VirtualBox provides an isolated environment where you can experiment with Snigdha OS, install software, and test configurations.</p>
<p>Enjoy exploring Snigdha OS! 😎🚀</p>
<h1>VMware and GNOME Boxes Installation</h1>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="vmware">VMware<a href="#vmware" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to VMware" title="Direct link to VMware"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>
<p><strong>Download and Install VMware</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>For Windows/Mac</strong>: Download VMware Workstation Player from <a href="https://www.vmware.com/products/workstation-player.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VMware&#x27;s website</a>.</li>
<li><strong>For Linux</strong>: Install VMware Workstation using your package manager or download the .bundle file from VMware&#x27;s site and run it in the terminal.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Create a New Virtual Machine</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Open VMware and click <strong>Create a New Virtual Machine</strong>.</li>
<li>Choose <strong>Typical</strong> installation.</li>
<li>Select <strong>Installer disc image file (iso)</strong> and browse for the Snigdha OS ISO.</li>
<li>Follow the on-screen instructions to set the VM&#x27;s resources (RAM, disk size, etc.).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Install Snigdha OS</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>After setting up the virtual machine, click <strong>Power on</strong> to start the VM.</li>
<li>The VM will boot from the Snigdha OS ISO, and you can proceed with the installation as described earlier.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Finish Installation</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Once installation is complete, reboot the VM and remove the ISO from the virtual drive to boot into the newly installed Snigdha OS.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<h3 class="anchor anchorWithStickyNavbar_Nmox" id="gnome-boxes">GNOME Boxes<a href="#gnome-boxes" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to GNOME Boxes" title="Direct link to GNOME Boxes"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>
<p><strong>Install GNOME Boxes</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>For Linux</strong>: Install via your package manager.<!-- -->
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</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Create a New Virtual Machine</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Launch <strong>GNOME Boxes</strong>.</li>
<li>Click <strong>+</strong> to create a new virtual machine.</li>
<li>Select the <strong>Snigdha OS ISO</strong> you downloaded.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Install Snigdha OS</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Follow the on-screen instructions to configure resources (like RAM and disk space).</li>
<li>Once configured, start the VM, and it will boot from the ISO to begin the installation.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Complete Installation</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Follow the installation steps and reboot after installation to boot into your new Snigdha OS installation.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
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