If you don’t already own a Mac, it’s time to make the switch. Here are our ten reasons for immediate Apple adoption—and not a single one mentions owning one just because they’re “cool” (which, to be honest, they just are): 1. Hardware, meet software. While Microsoft only makes the software for machines manufactured by Dell, […]
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We’ve come to give an answer to that oftentimes perplexing question: how often should you shut down your Parallels Desktop virtual machine? The answer: it depends. Just like the debate on whether or not you should shut down your computer every day, it really depends on your needs. Think of your VM like your computer. […]
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Sometimes you need access to your Mac on the go—whether it’s because you forgot a file, need to send yourself something, or just want to edit something on the fly. The easiest way to access your Mac from your iPhone? Using Parallels Access. See for yourself: I’m the person who needs to be able to […]
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What is a processor, exactly? Simply put, a processor is the brains of a computer. Every computing device has a processor, and its power determines what you can do on your device. Processors read your keystrokes and clicks as a sort of to-do list for whatever you want your device—whether it’s a computer, a tablet, […]
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Despite the rise of the remote workforce, there are still a host of misconceptions and outright myths surrounding workers who work from, well, anywhere. But believe it or not, working remotely is not a chokehold on a company’s productivity or growth. In fact, energizing and investing in a work-from-home policy for employees often has the […]
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Last week, we shared our top picks for the best Mac blogs out there. This week, we’re continuing the trend, only this time, we’re listing our favorite blogs and websites focused on Windows: The Office Blogs and The Official Microsoft Blog While neither of these are likely surprising, they are top picks for a reason—Microsoft […]
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One thing Apple is undeniably great at is user experience. That being said, while we’re certainly excited for most of what the Apple Watch will bring to users in regard to apps, we’re still not sold on the idea of answering calls with our wrist. Turns out, neither was this guy (Warning: Video below is NSFW)… […]
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What do you think smartphones will be like in 100 years? After all, these became real… And THIS is happening: Which is basically the real-life version of Tony Stark tech: And 3D printers are basically early replicators: So, what can we expect for the advancement of mobile technology? Some pretty sci-fi-savvy mobile tech is already […]
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If there’s one thing we know about Parallels Desktop for Mac users, it’s this—you love Mac! And, obviously, so does the Parallels crew. And while that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate the finer points of wrangling Windows, we still have a special place in our hearts for everything Apple. So much so, in fact, that […]
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One of the biggest challenges cross-platform champions face is becoming masters of both Mac and Windows. Don’t fret—it’s possible! While there are a lot of differences between using a Mac OS and a Windows OS, with a little practice, you can easily pick up on what makes each unique. One thing a lot of people […]
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