Here are some methods to run two operating systems on a single screen at the same time:
1. Virtual Machine Software:
Use virtualization software such as Oracle VM VirtualBox, VMware Workstation, or Parallels Desktop. Install the software on your primary operating system and create virtual machines for the secondary operating systems that you want to run. Within the virtualization software, you can set up virtual machines, allocate resources, and switch between operating systems.
2. Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL):
If you're using Windows 10 or 11, you can leverage Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) to run Linux distributions within Windows. WSL allows you to run Linux terminal commands and applications directly within Windows, without the need for a traditional virtual machine. You can open multiple WSL terminals and even use tools like VcXsrv to display Linux GUI applications on your Windows desktop.
3. Remote Desktop Connection (RDP):
Set up a remote desktop connection to access another computer running a different operating system. You can connect remotely to the other computer over a network or the internet and view the desktop of the remote operating system on your local screen.
4. Live USB or Live CD:
Create a bootable USB drive or CD-ROM containing a live operating system distribution. You can boot your computer from the USB/CD, which will run the operating system temporarily without installing it on your hard drive. This allows you to try out different operating systems without making permanent changes to your primary operating system.
When using multiple operating systems simultaneously, make sure to have adequate system resources (such as RAM and processing power) to support the demands of both operating systems running concurrently. Additionally, properly configure your virtualization software or remote desktop connections to ensure seamless switching and access to the desired operating systems.