is a professional-grade virtualization solution designed for enterprise environments that require running Windows, Linux, or other operating systems seamlessly on macOS.
Supports deployment via Jamf, Apple Remote Desktop, or Kandji. Admins can create a "master" Windows image and push it to hundreds of Macs simultaneously.
Version 14 introduced "Free Up Disk Space" settings that automatically compress virtual disk files, saving significant storage—often up to 20GB or more per VM. Parallels Desktop Business Edition 14.0.1 (45154)
Admins can lock down specific settings (like USB device access or networking configurations) to ensure corporate data remains secure.
This version was optimized for macOS Mojave (10.14) , including support for Dark Mode and enhanced security permissions. System Requirements (Legacy) Version 14 introduced "Free Up Disk Space" settings
Run Windows applications side-by-side with Mac apps without rebooting. Use "Coherence Mode" to hide the Windows desktop entirely and treat Windows apps as if they were native Mac programs.
This specific version, released as part of the Parallels 14 lifecycle, focused heavily on storage optimization, performance improvements, and administrative controls for IT managers. Key Features & Capabilities focused heavily on storage optimization
Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, i5, i7, i9, or Xeon processor. Memory: Minimum 4GB (8GB recommended).