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The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on installing and managing Windows 11 on a Mac through Parallels Desktop 19, particularly addressing users with M1 and M2 MacBooks who can't use Boot Camp. Emphasizing the ease and benefits of virtualization, the speaker outlines the installation process, recommending external storage for the sizable virtual machine to save disk space. Key functionalities of Parallels Desktop, such as seamless file access and coherence mode, are highlighted for integrating Windows applications directly into Mac OS, as well as tips for optimizing settings for various uses like gaming or productivity. The tutorial also details configuring the virtual machine for enhanced performance, and compares different Parallels Desktop editions—Standard for most users and Pro for advanced features—while mentioning discounts for specific groups. For those seeking free alternatives, UTM is suggested. The video ends by encouraging viewers to engage with the channel for more tech content.
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In this part of the video, the speaker introduces a tutorial on installing Parallels Desktop 19 on a Mac and setting up a Windows 11 virtual machine. Key points covered include the inability to install Windows on a MacBook using Boot Camp for M1 and M2 MacBooks, and how virtualization through Parallels Desktop is now the only option. The speaker highlights benefits like running Windows-specific software and games on a Mac and provides a personal example of using Windows-only software via the virtual machine. They explain the steps to download and install Parallels Desktop from its website, mentioning a 14-day free trial. The process is user-friendly, with automatic Windows 11 installation requiring no manual configuration. However, they note that the virtual machine requires substantial disk space, suggesting moving it to external storage to conserve space on the main drive.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on managing a Windows 11 virtual machine using Parallels Desktop on a Mac. Key actions include moving the virtual machine file to an external SSD to run Windows 11 from there. The Parallels Desktop app allows seamless access to local files on both Mac and Windows 11, and it features a coherence mode to open Windows apps directly on the Mac OS without entering the full Windows environment.
Connecting accessories or external drives to Windows 11 is simplified by plugging them into the Mac, which prompts whether to connect them to Mac or Windows. For gaming, installing Epic Games or Steam is suggested, with specific recommendations to enhance the virtual machine’s performance by allocating more resources such as CPU and memory, and adjusting settings for productivity, software development, design, or gaming.
Graphical settings should be optimized for retina display, and mouse and keyboard options set to auto-detect for games. Network settings should use a shared network, and default options for sound and camera should be selected. If low on storage, the virtual hard drive size can be extended provided there is enough real storage space available. For example, a virtual machine on a 2 TB SSD can be extended up to 2 TB.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses configuring virtual machines for better performance and the various editions of Parallels Desktop. They explain that the Standard Edition is sufficient for most users and emphasize the importance of having enough system resources. The Standard Edition costs $99 annually or a one-time fee of $129, while the Pro Edition, which offers more features, costs $120 annually. The speaker also mentions discounts available for students, educators, military, government, and nonprofit organizations. They caution against downloading Parallels Desktop from unofficial sources and suggest UTM as a free alternative for running Windows 11 on a Mac. The video concludes with a call to action to like and subscribe to the channel for more tech content.