Parallels Desktop for Mac

Run Windows, Linux and more side-by-side on Mac OS X without rebooting.

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Overview

Windows on Mac OS X

№1 Mac Utility

The programs you need. The computer you want. The best of both worlds.

Already the world’s №1 selling Mac system utility, Parallels Desktop for Mac now has more than 1,000,000 users and counting. Make your Mac the only computer you’ll ever need.

"Parallels Desktop 3.0 is currently the best solution for running Windows, Linux, or any of many other operating systems alongside OS X." - MacWorld.

Easy to Use Get the most out of your Mac with the tightest integration and the most user-friendly features than any other desktop virtualization solution. See how Parallels Desktop stacks up…
Fast Takes 100% advantage of Intel Core Duo and Core 2 Duo processors and Intel® VT-x hardware accelerated virtualization for near-native speed and rock-solid performance. Check out the virtualization benchmark testing.
Secure Exclusive multiple snapshots feature and a free 6-month subscription to Kaspersky Internet Security let you try new software, settings and surf the Internet with peace of mind.
Innovative First to enable Windows, Linux and more to run side-by-side with Mac OS X. The first to add innovative features such as Coherence® SmartSelect™ and Snapshots. The first and still the best.

For more information and system requirements, please see the Parallels Desktop for Mac Datasheet.

The programs you need. The computer you want. The best of both worlds.

Made the move to Mac? No other solution makes it easier or faster to take your Windows system with you. Keep your must-have Windows programs, files and settings at your fingertips.

"It’s an intuitive, easy-to-use virtualization platform for switchers who need to run Windows applications alongside OS X."InfoWorld 2008 Technology of the Year.

Run Windows-only applications on your Mac.

Access key Windows applications from the comfort of your Mac. Run your favorite software on your favorite hardware.

Run selected 3D games and applications.

Explore a whole new world of Windows-only 3D games and applications right on your Mac.

Use your favorite Windows-only devices.

Use your favorite devices, even if they’re Windows-only. Connect your phone, camera and MP3 player to your Mac!

Run OS X, Windows and Linux at the same time.

Run your favorite applications at the same time, regardless of the OS! No more rebooting to switch between OSes to use the applications you need.

Bring your PC with you!

Move an entire Windows system to your new Mac in just a few simple steps. No losing data, reinstalling software or re-customizing your computer.

The programs you need. The computer you want. The best of both worlds.

Get the No. 1 Most-used, Best-selling, Top-rated Mac Utility on the market today. The first, the best and the most innovative choice for your Mac, Parallels Desktop 3.0 for Mac has no real competition.

"Parallels’ ability to run nearly every version of Windows, along with many versions of Unix and Linux, makes it a valuable tool for anyone using an Intel-based Mac who has a need or desire to work with other operating systems."Macworld.

MacWorld Expo 2007 "Best of Show"

Parallels Desktop beats out thousands of products and services to win "Best of Show" at the 2007 MacWorld Expo.

100 Best Products of 2007

PC World ranks Parallels Desktop #6 on its list of "The Best 100 Products of 2007."

MacLiveExpo London 2007 "Best of Show"

Parallels Desktop 3.0 wins "Best of Show" at the MacLiveExpo in London, the UK’s premier Apple-focused event.

InfoWorld 2008 Technology of the Year

InfoWorld Magazine names Parallels Desktop 3.0 a "2008 Technology of the Year".

There’s More… Browse through Parallels Desktop for Mac’s entire library of awards and reviews.

The Best of the Best

Now with more than 1,000,000 users worldwide, Parallels Desktop for Mac is the world’s No. 1 Mac System Utility. The industry’s top-rated, most innovative, award-winning solution, Parallels Desktop is a must-have for running Windows on Mac OS X. See how Parallels Desktop for Mac stacks up.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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