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Virtual Machines (VMs) can be used for testing purposes which are isolated environments.

But that would require you to purchase a validWindows licensetoo.

you’re free to avoid the added cost and legally download VMs that Microsoft is currently providing.

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you could download pre-configuredWindows 11VMs for free and then deploy them using a hypervisor.

Let us now show you how to download and install these VMs on their respective hypervisors.

Note:The pre-configured VMs are designed to expire after 90 days.

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However, Microsoft is currently renewing the expiration dates as they come along.

At the time of writing this post, the current expiration date for these VMs isJuly 10, 2022.

Of course, this will also undo any configurations made to the VM.

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When it finishes, it’s possible for you to now create a new VM in the selected hypervisor.

Now enableWindows Hypervisor Platformfrom Windows optional features.

Once enabled, launch the Hyper-V Manager.

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On the first screen, clickNext.

On the final screen, clickFinish.

The VM will now be deployed.

and then start up the VM.

Final Thoughts

Windows pre-configured VMs is a time-saver for the developers.

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