A way in which I am trying to familiarize myself with macOS, Linus, and various iterations of Windows Server editions. A virtual computer lab if you will.
I've recently came into an interest in active directory and general practical knowledge on how modern businesses run in today's environment. That being that every businesses goes between windows, linux and mac now a-days. When it comes to the fun stuff I think I'm coming up with a perhaps practical way to familiarize myself with these Operating Systems. Going to load in virtual box and just try and run through the UI/command prompts and ways in which I can configure these systems.
Now, I'm only running an i5 dual core at 2.6Ghz with a fair turbo and 8gb of ram, is that powerful enough? I want to create virtual networks as if they were real and send data between virtual routers. Something like an in-OS to virtual box vLan for various experiments in which I can learn from.
I also need access to these operating systems at a near free to low cost. It's all for a learning experience and I'd rather do it all piracy free if I can. I know Mac OS is technically free, but isn't meant to be used on other systems due to their terms of service and that linux is practically free for the application I'll be using it in. Windows on the other hand isn't and that is one of the actual cons for business professionals.
I guess the over arching question is what kind of logistical challenges could I easily alleviate by using certain tools and resources to make my virtual computer lab practical for learning. I really want to conduct some experiments for hands on learning. Also recommendations for experiments that happen on a daily would be greatly appreciated. If there is a book that just has problem prompts in which I find a solution I could learn and have fun with it!
Anyways I know this post is convoluted I am just a man/boy passionate about information technology ever since I was seven. If you have any suggestion, comments or questions I am very happy to hear.
Thank y'all for reading. Hope to get some interesting responses on this one.
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