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Looking for a free and simple virualization software
linuxglobe
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Hello!
I’m looking for advice on finding a free virtualization software or application to replace VirtualBox with something more stable, preferably with a web-based graphical interface. I’m looking for something similar to OpenNebula or oVirt, but I only have a simple machine and don’t want to spend a lot of money on this. oVirt seems too complex, and I will only be running 2-3 virtual machines with AlmaLinux and a few users.It will operate on a local network.
Thank you in advance!
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Curious any reason to replace virtualbox?
Proxmox comes to mind
I need to access from remote, in local network, and I would like something more stable.
VMWare should be free
try Incus.
Recommended host kernel version are 6.6 and 6.12(rec).Older will work but some features will unavailable.
I typically install xfce Or lxdm Or xubuntu minimal, then xrdp on as many guest, then apache guacamole on another vps that point to xrdp systems with different username. Now based on user interest, the vm can be accessible either through remote desktop or mobaxterm or web browser through guacamole.
Proxmox
What version should be free?
VMware discontinued the free version of its vSphere Hypervisor, also known as ESXi, on February 12, 2024
Best I can say is Proxmox https://www.proxmox.com/en/
Proxmox or Incus, both have a GUI available.
It's like you're looking for something liquid to drink, not aware that water exists.
Same as looking for a good virtualization software with Web UI, not knowing of Proxmox.
Incus for totally free of charge.
Proxmox if you want a lot of thing customized.
Proxmox Virtual Environment - https://www.proxmox.com/en/proxmox-virtual-environment/overview
If I knew a good solution, I wouldn’t need to ask or search here... Of course, I’ll try Proxmox and Incus as well!
Thank you all for the suggestions! I will try Proxmox and Incus, and if anyone has more recommendations, I’d be happy to hear them!
Mentally strong people type virt-builder and qemu command lines.
Lucky them!
I just found Cockpit, do you know it?
Yes. But that doesn't virtulize
Proxmox. You cannot go wrong with it. Works flawlessly.
Maybe an overkill for 3 servers but does what it is supposed to do.
I saw it when CentOS8 was released and seemed to provide a nice overlay and gui for management. I also enjoyed using it to manage a couple of other servers.
You should also consider XCP-ng.
Thank you! I will try this as well!