Windows 11 in Proxmox VM proves viable as daily driver

A long-term experiment running Windows 11 inside a Proxmox virtual machine has evolved into a full-time daily driver setup, handling coding, video editing, and gaming with near-native performance via GPU passthrough. This reflects a broader shift in virtualization, as tools like Valve’s Proton and FEX expand compatibility across hardware architectures, and IT pros explore VMware alternatives amid licensing changes. Together, these trends point toward a future where virtualization is not just for servers or labs, but for mainstream personal and gaming use.