Q: Trust Windows?

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Pomonz

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Q: Trust Windows?

I was planning on downloading Windows on my Mac from parallels so I can down load some games that are not available for OS X, so I was wondering if I should trust parallels? Has anyone downloaded it from them?

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Posted on Jun 20, 2016 11:55 PM

I have this question too

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mende1

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Parallels is probably one of the best virtualization applications for Mac, so it's OK to use it. You should also consider VMware Fusion or VirtualBox (this one is free).

However, if you want to use Windows to play games, I suggest you to install Windows using Boot Camp instead. Boot Camp lets you install Windows on a separate partition, so your Mac will work like any other PC while you're in Windows and you'll get the best performance possible. Have a look -> How to install Windows using Boot Camp - Apple Support

Posted on Jun 21, 2016 7:40 PM

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Pomonz Jun 21, 2016 7:41 PM in response to mende1
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Jun 21, 2016 7:41 PM in response to mende1

Thanks for the information!
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Pomonz Jun 21, 2016 7:58 PM in response to mende1
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Jun 21, 2016 7:58 PM in response to mende1

Wait that means I would have to buy Windows in order to use the bootcamp?
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mende1 Jun 21, 2016 10:15 PM in response to Pomonz
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Jun 21, 2016 10:15 PM in response to Pomonz

Yes. You need a DVD or a USB drive with the Windows installer and a product key to activate Windows. Make sure you get a product key for a full version (upgrade installation keys are not valid).
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mende1

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Jun 21, 2016 7:40 PM in response to Pomonz

Parallels is probably one of the best virtualization applications for Mac, so it's OK to use it. You should also consider VMware Fusion or VirtualBox (this one is free).

However, if you want to use Windows to play games, I suggest you to install Windows using Boot Camp instead. Boot Camp lets you install Windows on a separate partition, so your Mac will work like any other PC while you're in Windows and you'll get the best performance possible. Have a look -> How to install Windows using Boot Camp - Apple Support

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