To run Ubuntu in a VMware virtual machine, you need a computer that supports virtualization, latest version of VMware Workstation Player, a four-core processor, etc.

VMware Workstation Player for Windows 11/10 is a free desktop virtualization software that lets you run your old operating systems virtually.

Even though ESXi, VMware's flagship hypervisor product, is no longer available for free, the fact Fusion Pro and Workstation Pro are now offered for personal use for free represents a major ...

As long as you stick to "personal use," you can now use VMWare's Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro for free.

For running virtual machines, whether on Windows, Linux, or Mac, the best option is VMware's Fusion Pro and Workstation Pro tools. Learn more here.

VMware Fusion, Workstation now free for home use, subscription-only for businesses Free for personal use, but businesses will have to fork over $120 per year.