Switching from Windows to Mac can be inconveniencing if you will have access some programs from Windows after switching to the new operating system. However, with virtual utilities such as Parallels Desktop things are made easy. Parallel Desktop is a great application that allows you to run Windows application on the OS X desktop in almost the same way as you were running on your Windows operating system.
Parallels Desktop 12 is the latest version of Parallel Desktop in the market. This latest offers optimized speed and has remained to the best choice for not technical users.
The Parallels Desktop is available in three versions; The Standard Edition, The Pro edition and The Business edition. The Standard version is available at $79.99 while The Pro edition requires subscription fees $99.99 for the first years and a renewal of $20 per year. The Business version is subscription based and includes some centralized management features such as Dropbox.
Benefits of Parallel Desktop:
i. Offers Seamless integration:
Parallel Desktop Features and Design is designed to allow the user run Windows on Mac without the need to reboot the computer. It allows the user to access Windows applications as if they are natives to the X OS. This ensures seamless integrations as you can easily switch between Mac and Windows. The intuitive Mac features are combined with best windows features and used conveniently. When you are new to Mac OS, you can still use familiar Windows applications.
ii. Powerful performance:
Parallel Desktop can run the common applications that can be demanding such as Visio and Adobe Photoshop without any compromise. You can allow to run as the primary use to even optimized the performance. The application is mainly optimized for Windows 10 and the MacOS Sierra operating systems. It gives 500 GB online backup per years, where you can store your run your applications and store your data safely.
Getting started with Parallel Desktop:
To use the Parallel application need a copy of Windows operating system on Mac and the Parallel application. You can access Windows operating system from the virtual machine and install on your computer. However, if you are migrating from the existing Windows system, there is an option that let you download and install the parallel transporter utility, which helps to transfer existing Windows system with all application and files trough a network or portable disk. You can also import Windows system that you have installed using Apple’s Boot Camp features or install a virtual copy of your current version of OS X from your Mac’s recovery partition.
Virtualized operating systems such as virtual windows are normally slower than a normal operating system. However, with Parallels, you can run your applications as fast as if you are running in the real operating system. If you are looking for a virtual Windows system for serious work, Parallel Desktop is all you need. Choose the version that fits your needs. Parallel Desktop, just like VMware, has earned a number of awards. However, Parallels is easier to use as it includes friendlier user interface.
