To install VMware Workstation Pro on Ubuntu 24.04, follow these steps:
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Download VMware Workstation Pro:
- Visit the VMware website (opens in a new tab) and download the
.bundle
file for Linux. - Screoll to towards the bottom of the page and click on VMware Pro download.
- To register click on sign in at the top right of the page. You will need to fill out details about yourself before downloading.
- Visit the VMware website (opens in a new tab) and download the
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Install Prerequisites:
sudo apt update sudo apt install -y build-essential gcc binutils linux-headers-$(uname -r)
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Make the Installer Executable: Navigate to the downloaded
.bundle
file location and run:chmod +x VMware-Workstation-Full-*.bundle
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Run the Installer:
sudo ./VMware-Workstation-Full-*.bundle
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Follow the GUI Installation:
- A graphical wizard will guide you through the setup.
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Launch VMware:
- Search for "VMware Workstation Pro" in your system's application menu or run:
vmware
- Search for "VMware Workstation Pro" in your system's application menu or run: