Testseek.co.uk have collected 26 expert reviews of the Parallels Desktop 8.0 for Mac and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Parallels Desktop 8.0 for Mac.
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The editors liked
Easy installation and setup
Well designed interface
Run any OS on your Mac easily
Improved performance and ever-tighter integration with the Mac OS
The editors didn't like
More expensive than Fusion 5
More expensive than Fusion
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Published: 2013-04-19, Author: Andrew , review by: techadvisor.co.uk
Abstract: Running Windows 8 or Windows 7 on a Mac or a MacBook is simple with virtualisation software, so you need never have to reboot to switch operating systems again. There are three clear options: the open-source and free but limited VirtualBox, or one of the ...
An easy to use piece of software which supports Windows 8, but Parallels 8 is let down by the price, especially when competiting products offer more functionality...
Improved performance and ever-tighter integration with the Mac OS
More expensive than Fusion
Although it's more expensive than Fusion 5, Parallels Desktop 8 has an edge in 3D performance and in the way that it integrates Windows programs into the Mac operating system, so people who need to use Windows software on a regular basis will find that it...
Abstract: The Concept The iPad has, by virtue of its OS, limitations on the kinds of apps that can run compared to, say, the Mac. While the Mac and PCs have full featured control, mice, and apps that can access the entire machine, the iPad has been more modest ...
Abstract: I had heard a lot about running virtual machines for years but had never thought to do it. I would think, what’s the point? But then I got the chance to review and its iOS application companion. It was a new experience for me to use a technology I wa...
Great installation and setup process. Welldesigned interface. Runs just about any OS on your Mac with ease.
More expensive than Fusion 5
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Published: 2012-10-10, Author: Kevin , review by: notebooks.com
Runs other operating systems on a Mac, Apps run smoothly and fast, New support for Mountain Lion, Easy virtual machine setup, Download a number of free operating systems, Easily open websites from Safari in IE, Mobile app lets users log into virtual deskt
Slows down low powered systems or older Macs, Requires user to buy a copy of Windows to run Windows apps if user doesn't want Windows 8
Published: 2012-09-27, Author: Edward , review by: pcmag.com
Easy wizard-based installation of Windows and other OSes as virtual machines running under OS X. Tight integration between Windows and the host OS X system.
None serious; slightly cluttered interface
Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion are by far the best apps for running Windows apps under OS X. Especially for beginners, Parallels is easier to use and install and sets itself up by default for the tightest possible integration, but experts may prefer...
