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What is the Windows Sandbox?
I saw this picture from another post and it is the first time I heard about Windows sandbox. What does it do?
- 1.Isolation: Windows Sandbox runs in a separate environment, which means any software executed there cannot affect the main operating system or access its files (unless explicitly shared).
2.Ephemeral Environment: Each time you start Windows Sandbox, it creates a fresh instance. Once you close it, all changes made within the sandbox—including any installed software, files, or system settings—are discarded.
3.Lightweight: Windows Sandbox uses the lightweight virtualization feature of Windows, which means it doesn't require a separate virtual machine (VM) and operates quickly and efficiently. It uses the same Windows kernel as the host operating system.
Windows Sandbox is a feature available in Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions, as well as in Windows 11, that allows users to run applications in a lightweight, isolated environment. The primary purpose of Windows Sandbox is to provide a secure space where you can safely execute untrusted software or test suspicious files without affecting the host operating system.
