Cannot start docker after installation on Windows

Question

I am a new to Docker. After the installation of Docker Toolbox (OS: Windows 10) I run Docker Quickstart Terminal and in the console I see this:

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Answer 1

The solution as suggested by @Gene is correct and works perfectly if:

1. One has windows pro edition
2. Both Hyper-V Management Tools and Hyper-V Platform are enabled

Sometime this isn't always the case; here is what to do:

Check Windows Edition:

To check which version right click on Windows key and select System. Scroll down to Windows specifications and look at [Edition]

Check Hyper-V Platform (virtualisation)

For Hyper-V Platform to be enabled one must turn on virtualisation; normally this is done via the BIOS.

On HP laptop one this is done from the BIOS.

• On start-up click Ctrl+F10
• Press the right arrow key to System Configuration tab.
• Select Virtualization Technology and then press the Enter key.
• Select Enabled and press the Enter key.

Once these steps are done then:

1. Search for Turn Windows features on or off.
2. Scroll down to Hyper-V
3. Tick this box (Ensure you see a tick NOT a black box which indicates some features not enabled)

Upon restart docker should be running... good luck !!