If you’re using a PC with a 32-bit processor (x86) you can get the 32-bit version. Download the version that meets your system requirements. You can download Windows 8 from the Windows developer center. You will also need the Windows 8 CD image (ISO) file.

For example, if you plan on running Windows 8 on your Windows 7 OS, the host is Windows 7. The “host” is the operating system you are currently using. The download page provides different versions or “hosts” to download. Gathering the Necessary Files:īefore you begin, you need to download VirtualBox. VirtualBox is a virtualization software that allows you to run other operating systems such as Windows, Linux, FreeBSD, OpenSolaris or even Android Mobile OS on your computer. Similarly, you can run Windows 8 in your current Windows OS by using VirtualBox. We have already seen How to install Windows 8 in a Parallels Virtual Machine on Mac. A lot of people wish to try Windows 8 but don’t want to go through the hassle of creating a new partition or overwriting your current Windows OS with a clean install. Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 8, provides a plethora of new features and a complete overhaul of the previous user interface.