How to Install Docker on VMware?

Virtualization has made it possible to run multiple operating systems and applications on a single physical machine. Docker, on the other hand, is a popular platform that allows developers to easily create, deploy, and run applications in containers. In this article, we will guide you on how to install Docker on VMware, a widely used virtualization platform.

Table of Contents

1. Prerequisites
2. Downloading VMware Workstation Player
3. Setting up a Virtual Machine on VMware
4. Installing Docker on Ubuntu Virtual Machine
5. Testing Docker Installation

Prerequisites:

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

• A Windows or Linux-based host machine with VMware Workstation Player installed.
• A stable internet connection.
• Basic knowledge of working with virtual machines.

Downloading VMware Workstation Player:

The first step is to download and install VMware Workstation Player. You can download it from the official website of VMware. Once you have downloaded the installer, double-click on it and follow the on-screen instructions to install it.

Setting up a Virtual Machine on VMware:

Once you have installed VMware Workstation Player, the next step is to set up a virtual machine on it. Follow these steps:

1. Open VMware Workstation Player.
2. Click on "Create a New Virtual Machine".
3. Choose "Installer disc image file (iso)".
4. Browse and select the Ubuntu ISO file that you have downloaded.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the virtual machine.

Installing Docker on Ubuntu Virtual Machine:

After setting up the virtual machine, the next step is to install Docker on it. Follow these commands:

1. Open the terminal on Ubuntu.
2. Run the following command to update the package list:
   

   sudo apt-get update

3. Install the necessary packages to allow apt to use a repository over HTTPS:
   

   sudo apt-get install apt-transport-https ca-certificates curl software-properties-common

4. Add Docker's official GPG key:
   

   curl -fsSL https://download.docker.com/linux/ubuntu/gpg | sudo apt-key add -

5. Add the Docker repository to APT sources:
   

   sudo add-apt-repository "deb [arch=amd64] https://download.docker.com/linux/ubuntu $(lsb_release -cs) stable"

6. Run the following command to update the package list once again:
   

   sudo apt-get update

7. Install Docker CE using the following command:
   

   sudo apt-get install docker-ce

8. Run the following command to start the Docker service:
   

   sudo systemctl start docker

9. Finally, run the following command to enable Docker to start on boot:
   

   sudo systemctl enable docker

Testing Docker Installation:

To test if Docker has been installed correctly, run the following command:

sudo docker run hello-world

This command will download a Docker image and run a container from it. If everything is working correctly, you should see a "Hello from Docker!" message.

Docker is a powerful platform that enables developers to create, deploy, and run applications in containers. Installing Docker on VMware is a straightforward process that can be accomplished with a few simple commands. With Docker and VMware, you can easily create a development environment that is both flexible and scalable. We hope this guide has helped you in setting up Docker on VMware.

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