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This section outlines how to run a local version of Islandora as a virtual machine (VM) image. The Islandora VM is a virtual instance of Ubuntu Linux that comes with all of the components of the Islandora stack already installed and configured properly, resulting in a minimal Islandora instance (similar to the Islandora Sandbox). Due to the generic way that the Islandora VM is configured, it should not be used as a production instance (for a production Islandora, see the Enterprise installation section). The Islandora VM is best used as a disposable isolated environment for testing and experimentation with Islandora’s internals. Users who are new to Islandora are encouraged to use the VM to explore the backend of a working Islandora instance and try out new modules without lasting consequences.

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