Thankfully, third-party developers have filled the gap with virtualization software, so it’s still possible.
What Is Parallels Desktop?
How Does It Work?
To do this, Parallels emulates a complete computer system with a so-called virtual machine.
In February 2023, Microsoft announced official support for Windows virtualization on ARM via Parallels Desktop 18.1.
Getting these security features is one of thereasons to install Windows on a Mac.
you’ve got the option to use Parallels features without restriction during your 14-day trial period.
With the installer downloaded, open theInstall Parallels Desktopdisk image from your Downloads folder.
With the disk image mounted, double-click theInstall Parallels Desktopapp.
If it doesn’t show up, click theFilemenu and chooseNewto create a fresh virtual machine.
If the Installation Assistant offers to download and install Windows 11, accept by clicking theInstall Windowsbutton.
With that done, Parallels will validate and launch the installer.
It may take a while to install Windows 11be patient as Parallels optimizes Windows 11 on your Mac.
You’ll see an “Installation Complete” message at the end of the process.
At that point, poke the mouse to continue.
Parallels Desktop 18 includes a free trial without limitations.
After it expires, you’ll need to buy a license from theParallels website.
Parallels will now boot your virtual machine to finish installing Windows 11.
The Windows License Agreement comes up next, so click theAcceptbutton to continue.
You should now land on the Windows 11 desktop in a macOS window.
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Step 5. you could give your Windows 11 virtual machine a custom title in theNamefield.
end the tweaks window to save the changes to your virtual PC.
For example, you may need to use an old accessory that lacks macOS support.
Or, maybe you want to check out cool Windows games on your Mac.
