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Matt Hanson

I created a Windows 11 virtual machine to test DeepSeek safely – here's how you can do it for free

Laptop with a virtual machine logging into DeepSeek on screen on the table with vase, cup and home decor.

DeepSeek is a new AI tool that has got a lot of people excited – but there are also some serious security concerns as well, which is why I've written this guide on how to create a virtual machine to test out DeepSeek.

Creating a virtual machine might sound complex, but it's actually quite straightforward. It essentially makes a computer that runs within your real PC, and will act as if it was a real device.

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