two operating systems

Hello
I tested and checked and my pc can run a VM.
I was not successful with VMware's Player but would like to move past that and am asking;
can I install both the Chrome OS and Win 8 in Oracles VM?

Thank you
Peter

kado897 said:

1. Windows 8 yes but there are problems with guest additions. There is a workaround but it's tricky.
2. ChromeOS yes but I recommend you don't attempt it yourself and use a pre-built disk from here. Chromium OS builds by Hexxeh

>>Is there any VM the average user could install that would allow one to use the pc more safely han with their own os?
Chrome and Win 8 aside, i though that was the purpose of the VM.
I could use the laptop as a guide to install it in my desktop ,IF, it was within capability and would actually be a benefit.
I am picking up bits and pieces and I learned you have to install seperate vms.

Your information is important and puts this in a different light. I am asking my self if it is worth doing for a learnng experience and for safe, usefullness.
Any reply appreciated.
In any case, thank you for the referral.
Peter

So at the least, I can install a VM and use it to test software, surf and email with little risk and perhpas install the other two later.

Which woud serve the purpose best? I had trouble withVMware.

kado897 said:

I prefer VirtualBox myself but others may differ.

>.Knowing I cannot use my Win 7 with it(i license per 1 pc) and Chrome and Win are cutting edge leading to trouble, which os could i use?
I gve my pc away with the xp discs and the couple is using it.

kado897 said:

You can run Windows 7 for a trial period of 30 days without a product key. If you are just using it for testing you can just delete the VM and reinstall after that time. On the Linux side Ubuntu runs well as does Linux Mint.

Thank you - may I ask, I was just at the MS site and read that if you download and install Win 8 as an iso to dvd you then must reinstall your previous operating system to use it again.
Am I misunderstanding?
I am trying to compile notes gicven me to sort out so i can end up with a VM I cainstall a free os with and use for email surfing and testing software.
It is proving a task for an average user, but I won't learn without trying.