




Desktop virtualization for everyday use!
Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux is an easy-to-use software includes superior technology bundled together.
From application developers to power users and corporate desktops, personalcomputer virtualization software has become a mainstream component in the productivity toolkit.
Using Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux
ØWeb developers
Create & share LAMP, Rails or JAVA environments as virtual machinetemplates to reducue the time spend in installing & configuring local machines.
ØSafe internet browsing
Everyone is concerned with viruses, phishing and other security risks posed by the internet. Surf the web from within a virtual machine and isolate potential risks and keep you from impacting your desktop, data or applications.
ØComputer labs & shared computers
Reduce the burden of re-setting shared computers on an ongoing basis. Automatically revert each computer to a baseline configuration every time the virtual machine is restarted with the Parallelsundo-disks feature.
ØApplication testing
Create sandboxed environments to develop, test and assure the quality of software across multiple operating systems
ØApplication compatibility
Support applications from legacy operating systems as an integrated part of a standardized platform
ØWeb browser compatibility testing
Quickly test web applications against a wide variety of browsers on different operating systems from a single computer.
ØCompute cloud simulation
Simulate complex multi-tier environments that replicate your cloud computing environment for testing & experimentation purposes in a controlled environment.
Advantages
Lighting fast performance
In any circumstances, with Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux you can control over of up to 8 virtual CPUs, 8GB of virtual memory & 2TB virtual hard drives which are all complimented with our adaptive hypervisor optimization which improves performance and keeps you productive.
Easy to install, easy to use
Fast to setup, intuitive to use, Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux is designed from the ground up to simply running multiple operating systems and their applications .
Best value for your money
Broad operating system support, advanced integration features, reusable virtual machines in a simple to install, fully supported package makes Parallels Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux the clear choice when it comes to getting the most value for your money.
Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux installs on a wide variety of Windows & Linux variations supporting both 32 and 64 bit environments for tremendous flexibility in both host and guest operating system support.
Uniquely Parallels
Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux adaptive hypervisor puts more power where needed, Parallels Hyperbus reduces I/O latency, Parallels FastAccess provides near native file system performance and Parallels Instant USB for full USB speed and capabilities all add up to a turbo-charged virtualization engine. Compound this with Parallels' implementation of hardware based virtualization technologies including Intel's VT-x, VT-x2 (EPT, FlexPriority, & VPIDs) as well as Advanced Micro Devices' AMD-V (RVI & ASIDs) and your environments and applications will run lightening fast.
Increase productivity
Integration of host and virtual machines is a essential component of usability and productivity. Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux simplifies the sharing of removable media, USB devices, files, folders and copy/paste across the host and virtual machines to help streamline getting the job done.
Improve reaction time
Parallels templating, VM cloning and pre-built virtual appliances allow you to eliminate repetitive tasks and respond faster to trouble shooting, testing & web development needs. Build once and share virtual machines across Windows, Linux and Mac OS X to support distributed teams and improve consistency.
Enable widespread adoption
Streamlined installation process, easy to use interface and Coherence integration for Windows all make Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux easy enough to use every day.
It's not just software, it's a solution
Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux goes beyond desktop virtualization software with a collection of integrated & supported applications that help you get the most out of your environment. The combination of Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux with the included Parallels tools provides a complete solution for the creation, management and packaging of virtual machines for your business.