VMware Fusion: Difference between revisions

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VMware Fusion[edit]

VMware Fusion icon

VMware Fusion is a software hypervisor developed by VMware for macOS systems. It allows users to run virtual machines on their Mac computers, enabling them to use multiple operating systems simultaneously. This capability is particularly useful for developers, testers, and IT professionals who need to work across different platforms.

Features[edit]

VMware Fusion provides a range of features that enhance its usability and performance:

Unity Mode: This feature allows users to run Windows applications directly from the macOS desktop, seamlessly integrating the two environments.
Snapshots: Users can take snapshots of their virtual machines, allowing them to save the current state and revert back if needed.
Cloning: VMware Fusion supports both full and linked clones, making it easy to create multiple instances of a virtual machine.
Compatibility: It supports a wide range of operating systems, including various versions of Windows, Linux, and older versions of macOS.

System Requirements[edit]

To run VMware Fusion effectively, certain system requirements must be met:

A Mac with an Intel processor or Apple silicon (M1 or later) with Rosetta 2 installed.
At least 4GB of RAM, though 8GB or more is recommended for better performance.
Sufficient disk space to accommodate the virtual machines and their snapshots.

Usage[edit]

VMware Fusion is widely used in various fields:

Software Development: Developers use it to test applications across different operating systems without needing multiple physical machines.
IT Management: IT professionals use it to manage and deploy virtual environments for testing and training purposes.
Education: It is used in educational settings to teach students about different operating systems and software environments.

Related Pages[edit]

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 == VMware Fusion ==
-[[File:VMware_Fusion_icon.png|thumb|VMware Fusion icon]]
+[[File:VMware_Fusion_icon.png|thumb|right|VMware Fusion icon]]
-'''VMware Fusion''' is a [[software hypervisor]] developed by [[VMware]] for [[macOS]]-based computers. It allows [[Intel-based Mac]]s to run [[virtual machine]]s with guest operating systems such as [[Microsoft Windows]], [[Linux]], and others, alongside their existing macOS installation.
+'''VMware Fusion''' is a software hypervisor developed by [[VMware]] for [[macOS]] systems. It allows users to run [[virtual machines]] on their Mac computers, enabling them to use multiple operating systems simultaneously. This capability is particularly useful for developers, testers, and IT professionals who need to work across different platforms.
-== History ==
+== Features ==
-VMware Fusion was first released in [[2007]] as a competitor to [[Parallels Desktop]], another virtualization software for Mac. Over the years, VMware Fusion has evolved to include support for the latest macOS versions and features, such as [[Metal (API)|Metal graphics acceleration]], [[DirectX]] 11, and [[OpenGL]] 4.1.
+VMware Fusion provides a range of features that enhance its usability and performance:
-== Features ==
+* '''[[Unity Mode]]''': This feature allows users to run Windows applications directly from the macOS desktop, seamlessly integrating the two environments.
+* '''[[Snapshots]]''': Users can take snapshots of their virtual machines, allowing them to save the current state and revert back if needed.
+* '''[[Cloning]]''': VMware Fusion supports both full and linked clones, making it easy to create multiple instances of a virtual machine.
+* '''[[Compatibility]]''': It supports a wide range of operating systems, including various versions of [[Windows]], [[Linux]], and older versions of macOS.
-VMware Fusion provides a range of features that make it a popular choice for users who need to run multiple operating systems on a single Mac. Some of its key features include:
+== System Requirements ==
-* '''Unity Mode''': This feature allows users to run Windows applications directly from the macOS desktop, seamlessly integrating them with macOS applications.
+To run VMware Fusion effectively, certain system requirements must be met:
-* '''Snapshots and Clones''': Users can take snapshots of their virtual machines to save their state at a particular point in time, and create clones for testing and development purposes.
-* '''Support for Multiple Displays''': VMware Fusion supports multiple displays, allowing users to extend their virtual machines across multiple monitors.
-* '''Integration with VMware vSphere''': Users can connect to VMware vSphere environments, allowing for the management of virtual machines across different platforms.
-== System Requirements ==
+* A Mac with an Intel processor or Apple silicon (M1 or later) with [[Rosetta 2]] installed.
+* At least 4GB of RAM, though 8GB or more is recommended for better performance.
+* Sufficient disk space to accommodate the virtual machines and their snapshots.
-To run VMware Fusion, a Mac must have an [[Intel Core 2 Duo]] processor or better, and at least 4 GB of RAM, although 8 GB or more is recommended for optimal performance. The software is compatible with macOS versions from [[macOS Sierra]] (10.12) onwards.
+== Usage ==
-== Licensing ==
+VMware Fusion is widely used in various fields:
-VMware Fusion is available in two editions: Fusion Player, which is free for personal use, and Fusion Pro, which includes additional features for advanced users and businesses. Both editions require a valid license key for activation.
+* '''[[Software Development]]''': Developers use it to test applications across different operating systems without needing multiple physical machines.
+* '''[[IT Management]]''': IT professionals use it to manage and deploy virtual environments for testing and training purposes.
+* '''[[Education]]''': It is used in educational settings to teach students about different operating systems and software environments.
-== Related pages ==
+== Related Pages ==
 * [[VMware Workstation]]
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 * [[VirtualBox]]
 * [[Hypervisor]]
-== References ==
-* VMware Fusion Official Website: [https://www.vmware.com/products/fusion.html](https://www.vmware.com/products/fusion.html)
-* "VMware Fusion". Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VMware_Fusion](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VMware_Fusion)
 [[Category:Virtualization software]]
 [[Category:VMware]]
 [[Category:MacOS software]]