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Parallels Desktop for Mac

Score8.8 out of 10

92 Reviews and Ratings

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What is Parallels Desktop for Mac?

Parallels® Desktop for Mac is used to run Windows on Intel or Apple silicon. Users can switch between Mac and Windows applications, while retaining the macOS appearance, or use the familiar Windows desktop aesthetic.

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Parallels Desktop running Windows applications, on a Mac.
the ability to switch between operating systems without rebooting.
Coherence Mode, which minimizes distraction.
file sharing between Mac and Windows.
application development and testing in Windows, Linux, and virtual macOS (Pro & Business Edition).
license management in Parallels Desktop (Business Edition).

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Key Features

Learn about the best (and worst!) features Parallels Desktop for Mac has to offer, as determined by TrustRadius' reviewers.
Based on 92 ratings of Parallels Desktop for Mac's features
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Top Performing Features

  • Ease of deployment

    Level of difficulty installed on host servers

    Category average: 8.4

  • Security

    Limiting access to apps by domain authentication, IP address etc.

    Category average: 7.5

  • Application support

    Support for a wide range of applications and application types

    Category average: 7.6

Areas for Improvement

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