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How to Run Windows, Linux and More on Your Mac with VMware Fusion

If you are a Mac user who wants to try out different operating systems without rebooting your computer, you might want to consider using VMware Fusion. VMware Fusion is a virtual machine software that lets you run Windows, Linux and more on your Mac as if they were native applications. You can also use VMware Fusion to test software, run legacy applications, or access corporate desktops and apps from your personal device.

In this article, we will show you how to download and install VMware Fusion for Mac OS X, and how to create and run virtual machines with it.

Download and Install VMware Fusion for Mac OS X

There are two versions of VMware Fusion for Mac OS X: Fusion Player and Fusion Pro. Fusion Player is free for personal use, while Fusion Pro is a paid version that offers more features and capabilities for developers and IT professionals. You can compare the two versions here[^1^].

To download VMware Fusion for Mac OS X, you need to register for a VMware account first. You can do that here[^1^]. After registering, you will receive an email with a download link and a license key for your chosen version of VMware Fusion.

Once you have downloaded the installer file, double-click on it to launch it. Follow the on-screen instructions to install VMware Fusion on your Mac. You will need to enter your license key when prompted. You will also need to allow VMware Fusion to access some system features, such as accessibility and system extensions.

After the installation is complete, you can launch VMware Fusion from your Applications folder or from the Launchpad.

Create and Run Virtual Machines with VMware Fusion

A virtual machine (VM) is a software simulation of a computer that runs on another computer. With VMware Fusion, you can create and run multiple VMs on your Mac, each with its own operating system and applications.

To create a VM with VMware Fusion, you need to have an installation media or an ISO file of the operating system you want to install. You can also download some pre-built VMs from the VMware website here[^2^].

To create a new VM, click on the File menu and select New. You will see a window where you can choose how to install the operating system. You can drag and drop an installation media or an ISO file into the window, or browse for it on your Mac. You can also choose to install from a recovery partition or from an existing Boot Camp partition if you have one.

After choosing the installation source, click on Continue. You will see some options to customize your VM, such as the name, location, disk size, memory, processor cores, network adapter, etc. You can change these settings as you wish, or leave them as default. Click on Finish to create your VM.

Your VM will start automatically and begin the installation process of the operating system. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Once it is done, you can use your VM as if it were a separate computer.

To run a VM with VMware Fusion, simply double-click on its icon in the Virtual Machine Library window. You can also right-click on it and select Start Up or Resume. You can switch between your VMs and your Mac by using the View menu or by pressing Command-Tab.

Conclusion

VMware Fusion is a powerful and easy-to-use virtual machine software that lets you run Windows, Linux and more on your Mac. You can use it for various purposes, such as testing software, running legacy applications, or accessing corporate desktops and apps from your personal device. You can download VMware Fusion for free for personal use here[^1^], or buy the Pro version here[^1^].