Virtualization Software
A virtual machine provides a separate operating environment within your computer workflow. For Mac users who need a Windows application, this can keep Mac and Windows work available side by side.
What to check
- Applications: Test the documents, add-ins, devices and output your work depends on.
- File sharing: Decide which folders the virtual machine can access and where edited documents will be saved.
- Edition and license: Review the included tools, update terms and separate licensing for the operating system and applications.
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Parallels Desktop 27
Run Windows applications alongside macOS without restarting to switch systems. Use Coherence mode, share documents between environments, and choose a license for your everyday work.
Test a complete workflow
Open a representative project, use the required features and inspect the exported result. An application starting successfully does not establish that every part of the task will work.
Keep a separate copy of important documents before moving them into a new environment. Review shared-folder settings and confirm where each application saves its work.