Tools Description of System Hacking - Virtual Machines

Virtual Box
  1.  VirtualBox is a powerful x86 and AMD64/Intel64 virtualization product for enterprise as well as
            home use. Not only is VirtualBox an extremely feature rich, high performance product for
            enterprise customers, it is also the only professional solution that is freely available as Open
            Source Software under the terms of the GNU General Public License (GPL)
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VMware Workstation

   2.        VMware Workstation is optimized for maximum performance when running on 32-bit and 64-
              bit Windows 7 PCs. Supports Flip 3D and Aero Peek to show live thumbnails of your virtual
              machines. Run legacy application with 3D graphics, faster performance, and tighter desktop
              integration better than Windows XP Mode. Get shared folders and drag and drop convenience