How to Run Android Apps on macOS
If you want to run Android apps on your Mac laptop or desktop computer, this is how you do it.
How to Safely Test Desktop Applications in a Secure Container With Docker
Docker is a popular platform for developing and testing server-based applications. But did you know you can also use it to safely and secure run new programs on your desktop?
Virtualization and Cloud Computing Are Not the Same Thing
A lot of people think virtualization and cloud computing are one in the same, but they aren't. Here's the difference and how each one can make your life easier.
Run Android Apps on Windows With Remix OS Player
Want to run Android apps on Windows? Meet Remix OS Player, a virtualized desktop version of Android that runs almost any Android app.
Get the Best Windows 10 Features on Windows 7 and 8
Do you admire some of the tricks Windows 10 can do, but would rather stay with your old Windows version? We have compiled 8 tools that can bring the best Windows 10 features to your Windows 7 or 8 PC.
Migrate to Linux without Leaving Windows Behind with a Virtual Machine Conversion
You can have the best of both worlds: Merge Linux with your Windows setup. We show you how to import your complete Windows system into a virtual machine running in Linux.
Found a Suspicious File? Test It In A Virtual Machine!
Don't run that suspicious file on your PC to check if it alerts your anti-virus software - instead, find out what it is capable of by running the file in a virtual machine.
What Is A Virtual Server, And What Can You Do With One?
Virtual machines and virtual servers — what are they and how do they differ?
Forget the End of Life Woes: Windows 8 Has an XP Mode
Windows XP mode is restricted to Professional versions of Windows 7. But there's a way to get Windows XP Mode running on Windows 8 anyway. All you need is a computer running Windows 8.
DigitalOcean: The Best Unmanaged VPS Host For Newbies
If you need VPS hosting and you want to handle all of the server administration yourself, then here's why DigitalOcean is your best option.
VMware Virtualization Brings Windows Apps And Desktops To Chromebooks
Google comes together with VMware in move to bring you the best of both worlds – the low cost of ownership with a Chromebook, and the use of Windows as a virtual service.
Vagrant: A Quick, Effortless Way to Create Virtual Machines for Local Web Development
If you've ever worked on a Web development project, you know just getting started can be tough. Meet Vagrant, a free and powerful way to create project-specific virtual machines.
This Is What You Need for Real Gaming on Your Mac
Apple computers, like all of the company’s products, are supposed to be more intuitive and user-friendly than the alternative. Generally that is true, but there are some areas where Macs clearly fall behind the competition. Gaming is one such area. Gamers who want to use a Mac shouldn’t give up hope, however. The experience is not as simple as it is with Windows, but with the right software and hardware, it’s still possible to have an experience similar to what PC gamers enjoy. Here’s what you need to know to get the most out of Mac gaming.
Touch Something That Isn't There - Haptic Technology [MakeUseOf Explains]
Haptics is the technology of touch. In the context of a virtual environment, it would mean being able to touch and feel something that literally isn't there, but that's certainly not its only use. From gaming and virtual reality to 3D modelling and making computers more accessible - virtual surgery, driving simulators, swinging a virtual sword, the texture of paper or moleskin on a touchscreen display - this is haptic technology at its most amazing, and the implications are far reaching.
Everything You Want To Know About The Oculus Rift Dev-Kit
The future is here - the Oculus Rift has finally begun shipping. It's early days yet, but if you're one of the lucky few who backed or pre-ordered the dev kit, here's a collection of resources, videos, and information on everything we know about the Oculus so far. The excitement is unbearable though, so apologies in advance if you just can't wait after reading this.
Run Multiple Operating Systems At Once With VMware Player
We’ve lavished attention on VirtualBox here at MakeUseOf, and for good reason. However, VirtualBox isn’t your only option for creating and using free virtual machines. VMware Player, VMware’s free product, is every bit as good as VirtualBox for many users. You may even prefer it to VirtualBox. VMware Player runs on Windows and Linux.
How To Test Windows 8 On A Tablet
It’s no secret that Windows 8's new interface is a "touch-first experience" – Microsoft said it themselves. If you’re curious about upgrading to Windows 8, you can try Windows 8 on your PC – but unless you're using a PC with a touch screen, it just isn’t the same. Assuming you have an iPad or Android tablet lying around, you can test Windows 8 with a touchscreen before you purchase a new Windows 8 PC or tablet.
How To Try Out Wordpress, Joomla & More Quickly & For Free In a Virtual Machine With Bitnami
We've talked about setting up a local server before, but the process is still fairly complicated and there's lots of quirks and incompatibliities if you're trying to run it on Windows, leading to nothing but hassle when you actually upload the thing to a real website. What if you could just boot up a virtual machine and have instant access to a Wordpress install to play around with, all contained within a fully functional standardised web server setup?
What's A Sandbox, And Why Should You Be Playing in One
Highly-connective programs can do a lot, but they're also an open invitation for bad hackers to strike. To prevent strikes from becoming successful, a developer would have to spot and close every single hole in their code, which simply isn't possible. Instead, developers have to take that fact and plan their code with that in mind. The most common and effective solution: a sandbox.
Turn Your Old Mission-Critical PC Into A VM Before It Dies
If you’ve got an older PC running important software, one of the best ways to give that software a new lease of life is by ditching the hardware entirely – you can convert your existing system to a virtual machine and run it on another computer. The process is fast, and at the end you’ll have an image you can use in VMware or any virtual machine program that can import VMware disk images.