Tutorial: How to Install VirtualBox on Ubuntu Server Latest

Introduction

VirtualBox is an open-source virtualization software that allows you to run multiple operating systems on a single hardware. It can be helpful for testing and development purposes. This tutorial will guide you through the steps on how to install VirtualBox on Ubuntu Server Latest.

Prerequisites

Before you start with the installation process, make sure to have the following:

  • An Ubuntu Server Latest installation with the latest updates and upgrades
  • A user account with sudo privileges
  • An internet connection

Step 1: Adding the VirtualBox Repository

VirtualBox provides a repository for Ubuntu, which makes it easier to install and maintain updates. To add the repository, follow these steps:

  1. Open the terminal and update the package list:
sudo apt-get update
  1. Install the required packages:
sudo apt-get install -y software-properties-common
  1. Add the VirtualBox repository:
sudo add-apt-repository "deb [arch=amd64] https://download.virtualbox.org/virtualbox/debian $(lsb_release -cs) contrib"
  1. Import the Oracle public key:
wget -q https://www.virtualbox.org/download/oracle_vbox_2016.asc -O- | sudo apt-key add -
  1. Update the package list again:
sudo apt-get update

Step 2: Installing VirtualBox

Now that you have added the VirtualBox repository, you can proceed with the installation. Run the following command:

sudo apt-get install -y virtualbox-6.1

This command will install VirtualBox version 6.1. You can replace "6.1" with any other version that you want to install.

Step 3: Verifying the Installation

Once the installation is complete, you can check whether VirtualBox is installed successfully or not. Enter the following command:

vboxmanage --version

You should see the VirtualBox version number in the output. This means that VirtualBox is installed successfully.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install VirtualBox on Ubuntu Server Latest. Now you can start using VirtualBox to create and manage virtual machines on your server.