A few questions directed at .NET developers.

[papuccino1]

Hi there, I'm fed up with my machine having viruses and I've decided to switch to Ubuntu 9.

I've wanted to do the switch for a very long time but the only thing holding me back was my need for C# Express 2008. I have to program for work and school so I haven't switched just because of this.

To all you .NET programmers out there, can you really use C# Express Edition 2008 in a virtual Windows XP environment? Is it basically the same as using your normal PC?

Also, do most programs function the same in the virtual environment? I know I won't be able to game or anything really graphics intensive but will I be able to install my Motorola Phonetools and have it function properly?

Thanks for the answer.

[Perryg]

Well I don't know for sure about the phone software but the rest works for me. Why don't you install a copy of XP in VBox and kick it's wheels?
As for does it work as a real PC, yes. I have two network environments going 24/7 one a Window AD network with all the trimmings and one Linux based network with LAMP. They even play well together.

[papuccino1]

Thanks for the answers, so the IDE's work 100% fine with no glitches/bugs/screw-ups at all?

[Perryg]

I am not certain that (no glitches/bugs/screw-ups at all) even applies to a live environment, but it has worked for me. Like I said throw a copy on before you change over and give it a try.