What software do you use to run Windows on your Mac?

What software do you use to run Windows on your Mac?

  • Parallels Desktop

    Votes: 3 27.3%

  • VMware Fusion

    Votes: 4 36.4%

  • Boot Camp

    Votes: 1 9.1%

  • I don't need Windows on my Mac so I don't use any software

    Votes: 3 27.3%
  • Total voters
    11
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nikopolidis

New Member
Hello!
I need some advices about software that runs Windows on Mac. I have some uncertainty about which piece of software to purchase.
What are advantages and disadvantages of each of this piece of software? :confused:
 
i voted Fusion, parallels is good but vmware kills it and besides Fusion automatically installs everything during the windows setup for you.
but then again it really depends on your needs. but if i were u i'd prefer to virtualize rather than dual booting

cheers mate
 
I agree VMware Fusion is one of the better products out there. I used parallels for a while but hate their pay for upgrades, better off just buying VMware fusion.
 
I've never used an Apple Computer, but I've always liked the idea of Boot Camp. Why is running Windows in a virtual environment better than a seperate partition? Is Windows installed on a seperate partition when using Boot Camp?
 
mep916 said:
I've never used an Apple Computer, but I've always liked the idea of Boot Camp. Why is running Windows in a virtual environment better than a seperate partition? Is Windows installed on a seperate partition when using Boot Camp?
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You don't have to reboot, and a VM boots in like 10 seconds or less.
 
You can also get crossover for an intel mac. This allows you to run a lot of windows apps without the need for a windows OS license.
 
I don't need Windows on my Mac so I don't use any software

The only MAC I have... (fine.. 2 :D)

One can run 98... and the other one would have a hard time running 95...
 
tlarkin said:
I agree VMware Fusion is one of the better products out there. I used parallels for a while but hate their pay for upgrades, better off just buying VMware fusion.
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Why do you hate it? I think there is something you should pay for...
For example, take a look at their new offer (Parallels Premium) You can get 3 useful additional software in one package with basic software. And I think it's quite cheap. As far as I know, just one Kaspersky costs about $80...

I don't use Parallels for a while yet. I just try to understand the advantages and disadvantages of each software to make a right choice... Parallels crew makes a nice offer that is definitely gives them advantage...
 
I just don't like how they sell their product. I mean they had a pay for beta. I understand they want to make money, but with VMware Fusion, I pay a one time fee and get all the updates I want, and they update older versions. I can't use parallels on my Leopard install because my version isn't supported. I have to pay 35 dollars to upgrade, or I can just buy VMware fusion, which is a better product IMO.
 
i love parallels. however, it does not compleatly work on my windows comp. everything but linux runs fine but linux still has a bug so i am waiting for a update to come out. i tried vmware but i hate it, it speeds up at times and if i press t or something it will write 3 t's
 
I determined to purchase Parallels' decision. Now I'm choosing one of the Parallels' special offers. The have a lot rather attractive ones!
I'm going to cope with Parallels Desktop on my holidays. Surely will post my report on it as soon as possible!
 
Well, I've missed the opportunity to run free trial Parallels Desktop but I'm not sorry about it.

On the holidays I've purchased Parallels Desktop Premium Edition for $100 taking advantage of their Christmas special offer. I got free Acronis software and Kaspersky Internet Security. I guess just one Kaspersky costs about $80...
I couldn't resist this nice offer!

So I use Parallels Desktop for about couple of weeks and I really like it. I have no problems with it and it runs rather fast. It fully satisfies my needs for the moment. Easy to install, easy to use. Excellent usability! So, "keep it, hold it, love it!" :)
 
Does anybody know if I qualify to receive product updates as a Parallels Desktop customer? Is it for free or I need to pay for these updates?
 
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