What is VirtualBox?
VirtualBox is free and open-source software that allows you to virtualize the x86 computer architecture. It functions as a hypervisor, generating a VM (virtual machine) to run another operating system.
The OS on which VirtualBox operates is referred to as the "host" OS. The OS that runs in the VM is referred to as the "guest" OS. As a host operating system, VirtualBox supports Windows, Linux, and macOS.
When establishing a virtual machine, the user may define how many CPU cores, RAM, and disk space the VM should have. The VM may be "paused" while it is operating. Then, system activity is paused, and the user can continue utilizing it later.
Why you may want something better
VirtualBox is a piece of software that allows you to run an OS on your PC as if it were actual hardware.
Both Oracle VM VirtualBox and Parallels Desktop run multiple operating systems, whether they are the same or distinct from the host operating system. Oracle VM VirtualBox is a highly configurable solution for running a range of guest operating systems on most host operating systems. On the other hand, Parallels is a more specialized application that is typically used to run Windows as a guest operating system on macOS machines.
Although both programs are popular among organizations of all sizes, Parallels Desktop, compared to VirtualBox, is simple to use and allows you to run both Windows and Linux simultaneously. You don't need to have any prior experience.
Parallels Desktop makes it much easier to install and set up Windows, and it includes Retina screens. It is not necessary for you to understand what configurations are needed.
Additionally, with Parallels, beginners can run Windows apps concurrently without restarting and move files across operating systems fast. Graphically and resource-intensive Windows applications work smoothly without slowing down your Mac.
How does Parallels Desktop work?
Parallels Desktop builds a virtual machine (VM)—a virtual PC inside your Mac—to add Windows, Linux, or another operating system to your Mac. You may then install Windows on the virtual machine like you would any other operating system on a normal computer. Run numerous operating systems on your Mac at the same time. Almost like having two computers in one device.
Parallels Desktop for Mac is a fast and powerful application for running Windows on your Intel or Apple M1, all without rebooting. Parallels allow organizations to deploy third-party operating systems to macOS desktops as Virtual Machines (VM). They can therefore manage macOS desktops and other OSes with a single management console. It is a fast, secure, and easy-to-use tool.
Conclusion
While virtual machines operate in the same manner as to separate computers with their own operating systems and programs, they have the benefit of being entirely independent of one another and the actual host machine. A hypervisor, sometimes known as a virtual machine manager, is a piece of software that allows you to run several operating systems on many virtual machines simultaneously.
As a global pioneer in cross-platform solutions, Parallels allows companies and people to access and utilize programs and files on any device or operating system they choose. Parallels helps consumers use the finest available technology, whether it be Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, Android, or the cloud. Visit our website today to download your free trial and learn more.