Parallels Desktop
Virtualize Windows, Linux, and macOS on Mac
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About this software
Parallels Desktop 20 for Mac is virtualization software that runs Windows, Linux, and additional operating systems on Intel and Apple silicon Macs. Version 20 adds AI-ready virtual machines and introduces enterprise management features alongside Standard, Pro, Business, and Enterprise editions. Licenses activate on a single Mac at a time; subscription and one-time purchase options are available. System requirements and guest OS support vary by Mac processor and edition.
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Benefits
- Run Windows and Linux: Run Windows and Linux apps simultaneously on Mac hardware.
- Apple silicon and Intel support: Supports both Apple silicon and Intel Mac models for broad compatibility.
- AI-ready virtual machines: Includes AI-ready virtual machines for offline model development and testing.
- Enterprise management options: Enterprise Edition adds a management portal for centralized VM control.
- Single-machine license policy: Retail licenses activate on a single Mac at a time per EULA.
Available languages
- English
- French
- German
- Italian
- & more supported languages
Support information
- Knowledge base articles: Extensive KB covers installation, compatibility, and troubleshooting for Parallels Desktop 20.
- User documentation: Detailed user guides describe features, language settings, and guest OS setup.
- Release notes and updates: Release notes list new features, deprecations, and platform compatibility changes.
- Community forums: Parallels forums provide peer discussions and official responses from product teams.
- Lifecycle and EOL policy: Official lifecycle pages state support timelines and End-of-Life details per version.
Frequently asked questions
What is Parallels Desktop and what does it do?
Parallels Desktop is desktop virtualization software that runs other operating systems, such as Windows, in virtual machines on macOS, enabling Windows applications to run alongside macOS apps with integration features like shared folders and clipboard synchronization.
Can Parallels Desktop run Windows and other operating systems concurrently with macOS?
Yes; virtualization lets Parallels Desktop run Windows or other guest OSes concurrently with macOS, subject to available host resources, and offers modes for windowed, full-screen, and coherent integration of applications.
How are files and applications shared between macOS and a virtual machine?
Files and apps can be shared via configurable shared folders, drag-and-drop, copy/paste, and network sharing; integration settings control visibility and permissions between the host and guest environments.
How are CPU, memory, and storage allocated to a virtual machine?
Resource allocation is set in each virtual machine's configuration, where CPU cores, memory, and virtual disk size are assigned; allocations should balance VM performance with the host system's remaining capacity.