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Re: More on VMWare Fusion v Parallels

Dave — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 18:05:21 -0000

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.

Re: More on VMWare Fusion v Parallels

John S — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 10:01:12 -0000

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.

Re: More on VMWare Fusion v Parallels

John — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 11:24:05 -0000

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

Re: More on VMWare Fusion v Parallels

Rafael — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 03:33:38 -0000

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?