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Like the idea of running macOS and Windows 10 simultaneously on your Mac? If yes, follow this quick guide to install Windows 10 on your Mac using Parallels Desktop 13—a smart virtual machine. The best thing about it is that you won't need to partition the hard drive and it functions pretty neatly!
Recently, I thought of using Windows 10 but without having to switch my loyalty. I tried Apple’s Boot Camp software to install Windows on my Mac. But I didn’t find the software much user-friendly as I had to partition the hard drive to make space for the new operating system. Hence, I thought of giving a chance to an efficient virtual machine like Parallels Desktop 13. Much to my surprise, running Windows 10 on Mac using Parallels Desktop 13 is a lot easier, and you will really like using it!
Parallels Desktop 10 Gets an Update – Brings Windows 10 Tech Preview to the Mac Chris Hauk - Feb 11, 2015 Parallels announced an update to Parallels Desktop 10 for Mac on Wednesday, bringing “experimental support” for Windows 10 Technical Preview and Office Preview for Windows 10 to Macs running OS X Yosemite.
For those unfamiliar, a virtual machine is basically a virtual simulation of a real machine, which allows you to run a full-fledged operating system on your computer without needing to partition the hard drive. More significantly, you are able to run both the macOS and Windows on your Mac at one go. More after the jump:
How to Install Windows 10 on Mac Using Parallels Desktop 13
If you do have a capable machine, though, then Parallels has just released a new version of its virtualization software that brings support for the Windows 10 Technical Preview. Parallels Desktop for Mac 10.1.4 build 28883 is what you’re looking for. Also make sure that you are running the latest update of Parallels Desktop for Mac. NOTE: Windows 10 free upgrade policy. Follow the steps to upgrade to Windows 10.
Want to have a go at Parallels Desktop? Great! But before jumping ahead with the process, you need to ensure your Mac meets the requirements. As always, make sure to back up your computer so that you remain on the safer side of the fence in case of any untoward incident.
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Ensure your Mac is compatible with Windows 10
More About the Software…
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Once you have checked all the requirements, head over with the process:
Step #1. First off, you have to download Parallels Desktop 13 on your Mac.
After the program has been downloaded, double-click on the ParallelsDesktop.dmg file to open it.
Step #2. Now, double-click on Install in the Parallels Desktop window.
Click Open to confirm that you want to install Parallels Desktop.
Step #3. Next, you need to accept the License Agreement.
Step #4. Next up, enter Administrator Name and Password for your Mac.
After you have successfully installed Parallels Desktop installed, you will be directed to a page where you will get the option to download Windows 10.
Just in case you already have a copy of Windows 10, you have the option to skip the step. Just in case you don’t have it, click Install Windows.
Click Skip, if you have it.
Next, you have to click New from the Parallels Desktop drop-down menu. Then, choose your copy of Windows 10 from the available options.
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Step #5. Now, you need to sign into your Parallels Desktop account. You get the option to create one if you don’t have an account. Once you have signed up for Parallels Desktop account, Windows 10 will appear in a new window.
Talking about the functionality, it seems very much like you are using a web browser with a virtual simulation of Windows 10 on top. Go ahead and give it a long spin! And don’t forget to let us know your valuable feedback as well as whether or not you’d like to go for its premium version.
That’s pretty much it, folks!
Wrap up:
Yes, macOS is widely considered to be more secure and efficient than Windows. But the gap between the two most popular operating systems has shrunk thanks to the arrival of several imposing features in Windows 10. What do you think of the competition between the two?
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