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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.
You can use Windows Sandbox to test new software, including those from untrusted sources, without exposing your main system to potential threats.
