How to run Windows CAD software on Macs

By Pete Lamb

Journalist


Date: December 12, 2011

Category: Cross-Platform Integration

Tags: Mac OS X , Parallels Desktop , Lion

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Parallels 7 For Mac Box If you or your employees prefer working on the Apple Mac platform, but need to use Windows applications such as Autodesk Design Suite in your CAD workflow, Parallels could be what you need.

Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac lets you run Windows and Mac applications side-by-side, with support for the latest Mac operating system, OS X 10.7 Lion. There are also over 90 new and enhanced features to streamline your use of Windows applications on a Mac, including support for iPhone and iPad, 7.1 surround sound and up to 1GB video memory.

What is Parallels Desktop for Mac?

If you can't bear to leave your Mac OS, Parallels Desktop 7 is here to save you. Parallels Desktop allows you to run Windows on your Mac without rebooting in Bootcamp. Alternatively, if you're new to Mac, you can continue using the familiar WIndows background and Start menu. Either way, you can run Windows and Mac applications side-by-side with no compromises in performance.

What's new in Parallels Desktop 7?

Mac OS X 10.7 Lion support. Use Lion features including Launchpad and Mission Control with Windows applications, and even run Lion as a guest operating system when you have Lion as a host.

Parallels Mobile. Take control of your Mac OS and Windows applications when on the go with support for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. You can cut and paste between applications and enjoy audio while viewing Flash videos.

Enhanced graphics support. Run graphically intensive applications at speeds up to 45% faster than previous versions, with up to 1GB video memory.

A few more. Among the other improvements and additions are:

  • 7.1 surround sound support.
  • Parallels Wizard - simplified file transfer.
  • Full 64-bit graphical user interface.
  • Shared webcams - use iSight or FaceTime HD cameras with Windows apps.
  • Apple-standard Help section.

To run Windows on your Mac with Parallels Desktop 7, give us a call on 03332 409 306 or email CAD@Jigsaw24.com. For more news updates, follow @Jigsaw_CAD on Twitter and 'Like' the Jigsaw CAD Facebook page.


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