Meanwhile, VMware Workstation Pro allows users to run multiple x86-based operating systems simultaneously on the same machine without the need to reboot. The “Pro” version naturally packs more features such as accessing emulated computer systems (virtual machines, or VMs) hosted by other VMware products, virtual machine creation using a hot key, and more. Microsoft’s platform is contained within its own window on the Mac desktop, enabling users to run their favorite installed Windows and Mac programs side byside.

If you’re not familiar with VMware’s products, VMware Fusion essentially runs Microsoft Windows and its associated programs on a Mac without the need to reboot. That also means they won’t be charged for receiving support for the latest MacOS and Windows operating systems. The big news here is that VMware and its partners won’t charge existing customers to upgrade to the newer versions. This week during the VMworld 2016 convention, VMware revealed updated versions of four of its popular personal desktop virtualization products for the enterprise: Fusion 8.5, Fusion 8.5 Pro, Workstation 12.5 Player, and Workstation 12.5 Pro.

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