
If you want to be able to run Windows 10 (or another version of Windows) on your Macbook, you have a choice between installing Windows alongside macOS or running virtualization software and creating a Windows virtual machine. In the first case you will have two operating systems (macOS and Windows) installed and will be able to select at startup which one to run. In the second case you will have an app which will act as a virtual computer you will be able to open the app and run Windows inside of it.

When it comes to virtualization software, Oracle’s VirtualBox is an excellent free alternative to Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion. How to Install Windows on a Macbook With VirtualBox Download Windows ISO file This articles provides step-by-step instructions on how to install VirtualBox and create a Windows virtual machine. Enter the name you want, select Mac OS Xfor the type and Mac OS X (64-bit)for the version. Configuration of the virtual machine Run VirtualBox. Go to Microsoft’s Windows 10 disk image download page. Open the Task Manager and in the Performancetab check the Virtualizationfield is enabled.Select Windows 10 from the drop-down menu and click Confirm.Select preferred language from the next drop-down menu and click Confirm.You will be offered to download a 32-bit or a 64-bit version of Windows 10.Unless your Mac is more than 10 years old, select 64-bit.

