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Posted Jun 15, 2006 09:43 by Nick S. Listed in: How-To, Intel, Boot Camp Tags: Intel
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Boot Camp & ParallelsIf you've already got a nifty new Intel-powered Macintosh computer (or if you're like me and day dreaming about the day you'll finally have one all for yourself) chances are that you've heard about the ability to run Windows.  There are plenty of decent reasons to run Windows on your Mac, so let's not start with the "why would you do that to your Mac?" lines.  (I hate using Windows, but my job requires it, simple as that.)

Right now the two best options available to you are to use Apple's Beta software, Boot Camp, or a virtualization app called Parallels.  Both have their strengths and weaknesses, so you may be confused as to which is right for you, based on your Windows needs.  Well the good folks at NoteBookReview put together a lengthy article about what both apps do, how to install them, results of using each, and pros & cons of both options.  It's very well thought-out and written so anyone should be able to understand.

If you've already begun running one or both of these solutions on your MacBook/Pro, Mac Mini, or iMac, let us know your thoughts.  I'm especially interested as I hope to be mauling my very own MacBook soon...

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   by takagawa (Unregistered) - 2006-06-16
 » Parallels and Boot Camp

Hi, I've installed both Parallels and Boot Camp on my MBP, and the advantages and disadvantages for both are pretty clear. If you need to switch back and forth quickly between operating systems, then Parallels is the way to go.

Running non-intensive graphics software on Parallels is perfectly fine. For example, I use Visual Studio, MS Visio and Microsoft Access sometimes and they work perfectly. As long as you remmeber to install 'Parallels Tools' after installing Windows XP on Parallels, the virtualised system will run as fast as you need it to be (no real decernable lag).

However, if you're looking to do your gaming, then Boot Camp is the way to go. Running Windows XP natively will beat an operating system running on virtualised hardware anyday. Then again, to switch between operating systems, you need to reboot which takes time and can be annoying.

Personally, I use my home desktop to play my games, so I think I'll be uninstalling my Boot Camp'd Windows partition soon. But there it is.

Also keep in mind, Parallels allows the guest operating system (WinXP) to utilise devices plugged into the USB port. So I've been using a USB Serial Port adapter to interface my handheld GPS to mapping software only available on Windows.
   by Nick S. (Unregistered) - 2006-06-16
 » Great - thanks for the feedback

The Parallels access to USB devices is a great point. Thanks for your input on the subject. I'm chomping at the bit to do some of this myself...




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