Open Source Virtualization Software

Sun xVM VirtualBox

Turn your PC into an easy-to-use virtualization platform with Sun xVM VirtualBox, the enterprise-class open source software that runs on all major operating systems and eliminates the need for tradeoffs or multiple hardware systems.

Features & Benefits
Enterprise-class open source desktop and laptop virtualization
Runs multiple operating systems concurrently on the same computer
Open APIs and modular design enable customization
High performance virtual machines
Rich host/guest integration
Comprehensive hardware and device support
Remote access to guest virtual machines
Snapshots provide state views
High security architecture
Enterprise features

Advantages:
Very light on the system resources. VMWare is very heavy on resources.
Very simple GUI interface.

Disadvantages:
Team concept not available yet.
Main software gets corrupt few times, if it not closed properly. But, a reinstall of the software will bring back the software without problem.


Size: 35-45 MB
URL: http://www.sun.com/software/products/virtualbox/index.jsp