2.3. Option #1 – Virtual Computer

The instructions in this section are aimed at getting the CODAS virtual computer running on your computer. All external packages and CODAS software configuration are already installed, as is the topographic database we use.

Running a “virtual computer” will only work on a computer with reasonably generous resources: at least 4Gb memory and a spare 20Gb of hard drive space.

Contents:

• 2.3.1. VBox Introduction
• 2.3.2. VBox part 1a: Importing the Virtual Computer
• 2.3.3. VBox part 1b: Warnings and Errors when Starting Up
• 2.3.4. VBox part 2: CODAS Virtual Computer Navigation
• 2.3.5. VBox Part 3: Configuring the Virtual Computer