In case you are not aware, let me tell you, there is an option of installing Guest additions to Windows and Linux VMs in VirtualBox. The installation procedure for the same is discussed in this post. Installing Guest additions on Windows, Let us first have a look at the installation procedure of Guest additions on Windows 7. The settings given here are for version 3.0.2 on Windows 7 guest operating system’s 32 bit version.

Guest additions come with certain device drivers and system applications that are basically installed to enhance the system performance. Following are the steps to be followed for installation:

1. Start the Guest Operating System in VirtualBox.
2. Click on the Devices tab and select Install Guest additions under it.
3. A window would open up on your system. This is the autoplay window. Select the first option, i.e., RunVBoxWindowsAdditions.exe. On doing so, the UC screen would appear, click yes when it comes.
4. The installation window would now open up. Click on Next in order to continue the process. Move through the various available options and select the ones that suit your requirement and are supported by your system.
5. During the process you would get an option of Direct 3D Support. You may or may not choose this option depending upon your choice. However, it takes a greater number of your Host operating system’s resources and at the same time is experimental which makes the guest unstable.
6. When you reach the final screen, where you would be clicking on the install tab, there you would also get the option of, Always trust software from “Sun Microsystems, Inc”, check this box and continue to click ‘Install’.
7. Reboot the system, once the installation is done.

B. Installing the Guest additions on Ubuntu, We will now learn how to install Guest additions on Ubuntu. The settings given here are for version 3.0.2 on Ubuntu 32 bit version.
The procedure of installation is simple in Ubuntu when you have a virtual machine running on your system.

1. Just click on Devices and then select Install Guest additions.
2. With this, an icon would appear on your desktop and you will get a message box. Click Run to move to the next window where you would be asked to enter the admin password.Enter the password and click Ok.
3. The installation process will start now. Click on enter, once it is done.
4. Now reboot the guest operating system.
5. You may also install the Guest additions via command line. All you need to do is to type the below mentioned commands:

cd /media/cdrom

ls

sudo ./VBoxLinuxAdditions-x86.run

6. Now reboot your PC by typing “sudo reboot” in the terminal window. This would complete the installation process.
Install the Guest additions and enjoy its interesting features.

Spotify, is a new program for music streaming. Earlier it was limited to Windows Operating Systems and MAC, but the latest version of this program is compatible even with Ubuntu Linux. However, the installation process of Spotify is slightly different in Ubuntu. Here are a few steps to install Spotify on your Ubuntu PC using Wine. Before we begin with the installation process, let’s put some light on the software “Wine”.

Wine is a software tool that is used in Ubuntu to install a windows program on it. It is open source software specially designed for open source OS like Ubuntu Linux. You need to install wine first, if you don’t have it installed on your Ubuntu PC.

You can install Wine using “Synaptic Package Manager” or “Software Center”.

To install using the Synaptic Package Manager:

Click on >> System on the top left corner (the third option on the task bar) then go to >> Administration and search for “Wine Software” in the list available.

To install using the Software Center:

Go to>> Applications, on the top left corner then go to the >>Software Centre and install the software.

It is recommended to opt for Wine version 1.3 or later for they have all updates.

If you want to know the version of Wine presently available on your system, you can type the command “$ wine –version” in the Command-Line and all details on presently installed Wine version will appear on your screen.

Once Wine is installed on your system, you can install Spotify. Here are the steps to do so:

• First of all download Spotify from the Internet from the widely available sources . Once the download is completed you can save it in your system, Desktop, for example. However, do not run exe file directly.

• On the desktop you will find the “Spotify Installer.exe” icon. To start the installation process, double-click on installer.exe icon. You will now see an installation console on your desktop, clicking on the “Install” button will ignite the installation procedure.

• Once the installation process completes, Spotify is available for utilization on your Ubuntu Linux system.

• Go to Applications >> Wine >> Programs. In the programs you will find the Spotify icon, if you have followed all the installation steps perfectly. There you’re done. Spotify is now ready to play your desired tracks.

• If Spotify functions normally in the beginning but later shows signs of problems, then there must have been some mistake in the installation procedure. There are chances of the program freezing, if there are errors in installation.

• You can always make use of Troubleshooting if the problem persists.

The Model Shop team at LEGOLAND California had a little fun today at General Manager Peter Ronchetti’s expense …the team replaced the GM’s Volvo XC60 with a life-sized LEGO XC90 made of 201,076 LEGO bricks.
The model was built in 2004 and weighs 2,934 pounds. Imagine his surprise when he tried to leave for lunch!