VMware now offers free access to Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro

Free access to Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro

VMware Two days ago, the blog announced its virtual machine product Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro Free for personal use, and the functionality of the free version is no different than a paid commercial license, but the free version will say "This product is licensed for personal use only."

Currently, you need to register on the Broadcom website to get the download link.

Get Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro for free:https://access.broadcom.com/default/ui/v1/signin/

Differences between Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro

The main difference between the two is that Workstation Pro is suitable for Windows and Linux operating systems, while Fusion Pro is suitable for macOS systems.

VMware Workstation Pro and VMware Fusion Pro are two desktop virtualization software developed by VMware, which are designed for different operating system platforms. The following are their main differences and features:

VMware Workstation Pro

platform: Mainly for Windows and Linux users.

Features:

1. Multiple operating system support: Allows users to run multiple operating system instances on a single physical machine, such as Windows, Linux, BSD, etc.
2. Advanced Networking Features: Provides powerful network functions and supports virtual networks, custom network configurations, bridged networks, NAT, and host-only mode.
3. Snapshots and clones: Supports snapshot and cloning functions to facilitate the creation and management of test and development environments.
4. remote connection: Supports connection to vSphere, ESXi and other Workstation servers to facilitate remote management of virtual machines.
5. Resource Management: Supports advanced settings of multiple CPUs, memory, and disks to optimize virtual machine performance.
6. Enterprise-level features: Including virtual machine encryption, secure boot, command line operations, etc.

Applicable scenarios:

• Software development and testing.
• IT professionals perform system administration and maintenance.
• Enterprise users who need advanced networking capabilities and virtual machine management.

VMware Fusion Pro

platform: Mainly for macOS users.

Features:

1. Mac Integration: Deeply integrated with macOS, supporting running operating system instances such as Windows and Linux on Mac.
2. Unity Mode: Allows Windows applications to be seamlessly integrated into the macOS desktop, and users can use Windows applications just like Mac applications.
3. Retina display optimization: Support high-resolution display and Retina screen optimization.
4. Virtual Network: Provides virtual networks, custom network configurations, bridged networks, NAT, and host-only mode.
5. Snapshots and clones: Supports snapshot and cloning functions to facilitate the creation and management of test and development environments.
6. compatibility: Can be integrated with VMware vSphere and ESXi environments to support remote connection and management of virtual machines.
7. Touch Bar support: Provides shortcut operation support on MacBook Pro that supports Touch Bar.

Applicable scenarios:

• Mac users need to run Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Developers and IT professionals test and develop multi-platform applications on the Mac.
• Users who want to seamlessly integrate Windows applications into the macOS desktop.

Summarize

• Operating system platform: Workstation Pro is mainly aimed at Windows and Linux users, while Fusion Pro is designed for macOS users.
• Functional integration: Fusion Pro has better integration and optimization on macOS, especially support for high-resolution displays and Touch Bar. Workstation Pro is more powerful in terms of multi-operating system support and advanced network functions.
• Target Group: Workstation Pro is suitable for users who need advanced virtualization features and network configuration, especially IT professionals and enterprise users. Fusion Pro is more suitable for developers working in a Mac environment and Mac users who need to run Windows applications.

These two softwares have their own advantages and disadvantages. Users can choose the appropriate product according to their operating system platform and specific needs.