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More on VMWare Fusion v Parallels

Started by johnlilly · 10 months ago

CNet’s Crave has a great writeup on performance of Fusion versus Parallels for Windows virtualization on the Mac. I’ve been excited since Parallels came out about this — especially for my work at Mozilla, it’s fantastic, as it means I can take a lo ... Continue reading »

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  • Rafael

    1 year ago

    How much is each? And then you have to purchase a separate Windows Vista license right? I guess I could look this up. Install straightforward for both, correct?
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  • John

    1 year ago

    They're each $79, plus the windows license. Installation is super easy on both.
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  • John S

    1 year ago

    I have tried both on my Mac Book core 2. I have to agree I like Parallels UI better than Fusions. The tests that I have seen done were on a Quad core Mac Pro. Hardly the normal system for most users. I am not sure speed is a issue for what can be really done with ether Parallels or Fusion. I think stability is more of a issue here. Plus, support for those that need help. If you really need speed for gaming, Boot Camp is still the only real choice. Native OS running will always beat out Virtual software. But at $160 to $200 for Parallels or Fusion and a copy of Windows. Due you want to spend that for access to IE or Outlook express? I find after booting Parallels and starting Windows XP I could have done the same thing starting boot camp? I personally don't switch back and forth that much.
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  • Dave

    1 year ago

    There's a review of vmware and Parallels on a Macbook pro here http://www.designtalkboard.com/reviews/parallel...

    It seems mainly for graphic designers, but vmware seems to come out on top again.

    I like Parallels better from a features point of view, but vmware is certainly more stable. Parallels used to freeze my Mac constantly.
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