As a MacBook user, you may find that some software and applications are only available for the Windows operating system, but don't worry! Today we will introduce two methods to allow your MacBook to easily install Windows software and run Windows virtual machines, bringing more possibilities to your work, study and entertainment tasks. Let us take a look at how to install Windows software and virtual machines on MacBook!
1. How to install Windows software on MacBook
There are several options for installing Windows software on a MacBook.
1. Use CrossOver software - open the door to Windows applications for you
CrossOver is a popular compatibility layer software that can run Windows applications in the Mac operating system. Just go to the CrossOver Chinese website to download and install, and you can easily select the Windows software you need in the CrossOver interface, or find and install it directly in the search box.
2. Use virtual machine software - create a complete Windows experience
The virtual machine software simulates a complete Windows system in the MacOS system. Downloading and installing virtual machine software is not much different from ordinary Windows systems. You can choose from a variety of popular virtual machine software, such as Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion, and VirtualBox, according to your needs, budget, and personal preferences.
2. How to install Windows virtual machine on MacBook
Want to run a Windows virtual machine on your MacBook? Here are the specific steps:
1. Purchase Windows operating system
First, you need to purchase a legitimate Windows operating system license. You can buy it by going to Microsoft's official website or an authorized retailer, making sure to select a version of Windows that is compatible with your MacBook and to obtain the appropriate license.
2. Select virtual machine software
There are several popular virtual machine software options, such as Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion, and VirtualBox. Choose the virtual machine software that suits you based on your needs, budget, and personal preferences.
3. Download and install the virtual machine software
Go to the official website of your chosen virtual machine software, download and install the latest version of the software, making sure to choose a version that is compatible with your MacBook's operating system.
4. Create a virtual machine
In the virtual machine software, select Create new virtual machine instance. According to the guidance of the software, select the type and version of the operating system to be installed, and specify the name and storage location of the virtual machine. According to your needs, allocate appropriate system resources to the virtual machine, such as the number of processor cores and memory size. During the installation process, you will need to provide the installation media for the Windows operating system.
5. Configure virtual machine software
Open the virtual machine software, and follow the software prompts to set up and configure. During the configuration process, you can choose some settings of the virtual machine, such as memory allocation, hard disk space and network connection. Make the appropriate settings according to your needs and computer resources.
6. Enjoy the charm of Windows virtual machine
After the installation is complete, start the virtual machine software and open the Windows virtual machine. You'll see a full Windows desktop environment just like you would on a regular Windows PC. You can now install and run Windows software in a virtual machine just like you would in a regular Windows environment.
Although the virtual machine is very powerful, compared with CrossOver, the virtual machine takes up more storage space and the installation steps are more complicated.
Compared with virtual machines, CrossOver has the following advantages:
1. Lightweight: CrossOver is a compatibility layer software based on Wine. Compared with virtual machines, it occupies less system resources and runs more compactly.
2. Simplified installation: CrossOver provides a more simplified installation method, which can directly run many Windows applications without installing a complete Windows operating system.
3. Highly integrated: CrossOver is closely integrated with the Mac operating system, and can seamlessly run Windows software in the Mac environment, avoiding the trouble of switching operating systems.
3. Summary
The above is a detailed introduction on how to install Windows software and virtual machines on MacBook. There are two options for installing Windows software on MacBook, namely using CrossOver software and virtual machine software. Compared with virtual machines, CrossOver is more lightweight, easier to install and more integrated with Mac systems.
How to install software in CrossOver
CrossOver installs Windows software just like installing software through the application store, first search for the software, and then install it.
1. Search software
CrossOver Mac-installation package is downloaded as follows:
https://wm.makingding.com/iclk/?zoneid=50028
CrossOver linux-installation package is downloaded as follows:
https://wm.makingding.com/iclk/?zoneid=50029
The CrossOver homepage recommends many commonly used software, and you can download and install them by clicking on them, or search for the desired content through the search box, and then download and install them.
2. Run the software
After the software is installed successfully, it can be started directly on the desktop just like Mac's own software.
Virtual machine software installation steps typically include downloading, accepting a license agreement, selecting installation options, starting the installation, and completing the installation. When using a virtual machine, first create a virtual machine and install an operating system, and then configure virtual machine parameters. Using a virtual machine is similar to a physical computer in that it can run applications, access the internet, and more. For using Windows applications on Mac, in addition to virtual machines, you can also use CrossOver, a virtual machine-like software.