Run old software and relive the 00s

Whether it's for nostalgia or to run old software, there are benefits to running a Windows XP machine – for all the right reasons. Of course, it's not recommended that you run Windows XP as your only operating system, as it's outdated, unsupported, and full of security risks.

Fortunately, it is completely possible to set up a Windows XP virtual machine for free. While the official methods require a Windows 7 PC, you can use Windows 10 and other operating systems, although this method requires a slight detour. In order to run Windows XP as a virtual machine, you must follow these instructions carefully.

In order to use your Windows XP virtual machine, you will need a PC running Windows 10, with virtualization enabled in the BIOS or UEFI settings. You can use a different operating system, but these instructions are designed with Windows 10 in mind.