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Originally Posted by LeeF73
(Post 1140499)
I prefer to use VMware... but I'm not sure how to use it correctly to avoid linking. You probably don't know the answer, since you don't use it yourself, but maybe anyone else can advise.
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With VMware, you have three options: VMware Player, Workstation and ESXi.
The workstation would be more suitable as it has a host of administrative features to make your life easier but as you're looking for the basics, you should start with VMware Player which is free in your use case.
You should use one Amazon account per instance of an operating system. If you're going to have ten Amazon accounts, you should have ten operating systems installs.
You can mix and match operating systems or use one OS for all installations. I'd prefer to have a few depending on the number of Amazon accounts you wish you wish to have.
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Originally Posted by LeeF73
(Post 1140499)
As I know, when you create "New username" under Windows, system looks like new, so nothing can link accounts. Or there are still some things that Amazon can see and link accounts?
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It would be best if you did not consider using windows accounts. It defeats using VMs as you're exposed to the same dangers on a windows installation that isn't sitting on a VM.
You might want to consider some of the following:
List of tools:
OS ISO files.
Font Pack
Browser Archives
Hardware:
SSD Drives x 3
EEC Memory
First, install a single barebone copy of any operating systems you wish to use. E.g. Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, etc.
Don't set anything up beyond a basic Install. These would serve as your OS repository. Whenever you wish to install a new OS, just make a copy and complete the installation. This saves you loads of time going through new installation every time.
You can make variations such as 'salting' any new OS instance with random fonts from your font pack, etc. after every copy.
You should also consider system stability, especially if you're not going to use FBA.
A system failure could shut down your Amazon business if you're shut out from the platform and can't fulfil orders on time.
Consider using ECC memory on your PC. This should prevent (to a large extent) corruption of your windows images.
Also, consider using SSD for speed.
Finally, I'd recommend you mirror (RAID 1) all three SSDs. This will keep your computer up and running should a drive dies - giving you time to purchase and replace it without downtime. This is essential if your business will take in a significant amount daily.
Hopefully, other members will make corrections/additions.
