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How to install VirtualBox Guest Additions in Fedora?
Let’s now see how you can install VirtualBox guest additions on Fedora Linux distribution. To install and enable VirtualBox guest additions on your Fedora Linux, you must have VirtualBox installed on your system, if not install it using our guide: How to Install VirtualBox in Fedora Linux.
What are the features of VirtualBox Guest Additions?
VirtualBox also includes VirtualBox guest additions which are additional applications and drivers that improve the performance and usability of a virtual machine. VirtualBox guest additions provide extended features such as: Shared Clipboard: You can seamlessly copy and paste content between the host and guest operating systems.
What is VirtualBox and what does it do in Fedora?
Fedora, VirtualBox 1 Comment As you might know, VirtualBox is an open-source hypervisor that allows users to create virtual machines and test-run different operating systems. But it doesn’t end there.
How to check the version of VirtualBox in Fedora?
To check the version of the kernel development tool ( kernel-devel) execute. If the versions of the two ( kernel version and kernel-devel) do not match as shown in the screenshot above, update the kernel using the command. When you are done updating the kernel, reboot the system, and again, verify the kernel version again.
Which is the first step in installing VirtualBox guest?
The first step in the installation of VirtualBox guest additions is the installation of kernel headers. This includes the installation of the dkms package ( Dynamic Kernel Module Support) alongside other build tools as shown.
What are the benefits of VirtualBox Guest Additions?
Shared Folders: The guest additions also enable you to make folders that can be accessed by the virtual machine as network shares. Enhanced Video Performance: By default, virtual machines come with a display that is much smaller and does not provide a resolution that matches that of the host system.
Why do I need to install VirtualBox Guest Additions?
But it doesn’t end there. VirtualBox also includes VirtualBox guest additions which are additional applications and drivers that improve the performance and usability of a virtual machine. VirtualBox guest additions provide extended features such as: