In addition to security fixes, UEFI Secure Boot capability and additional support for the latest host and guest operating systems, including macOS, Ubuntu, Fedora, and Windows client and server platforms, the new VM software is enterprise ready.Įven novice users benefit from enhancements added over time designed to make it easier to manage virtual machines. With hardware platform version 16 support, performance and security are improved within Fusion 11 Pro. The enhancements simplify VM administration, particularly for those managing multiple VMs. And, new vSphere updates and ESXi 6.7 and vCenter Server Appliance 6.7 support enable viewing resources by VM, host, or cluster. You can now use the VM platform to connect to any Linux VM that’s running an OpenSSH or compatible service, too. For example, there are new options for working with Mac-IP DHCP bindings and NAT port forwarding. The capability speeds access to commonly used features, especially if you must manage multiple VMs.įusion’s REST API, which smooths automation and third-party application integration, contains virtual networking improvements. Further enhancements extend customizing a variety of VM Library and VM Window functions ( Figure A).
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MacBook Pro users fond of Apple’s Touch Bar will find the new Fusion Pro 11 possesses additional Touch Bar customization options. You can now drag-and-drop a file to print the VM’s file path within a text field. Mac Finder operation is integrated within the new VM window, thereby permitting you to quickly navigate to file and folder locations. The new interface also lets you open a Windows app with a single click. VMware Fusion 11’s new Application Menu simplifies accessing multiple VMs, changing views and adjusting settings and snapshots. The VM software also now supports Anti-Aliasing, Geometry shaders, and games and apps requiring DirectX 10.1 and those that fall back to version 10.1 from 11 and that run in a Windows 7, 8, or 10 VM session. SEE: 10 essential apps and utilities for your Mac (free PDF) (TechRepublic)įusion 11 Pro defaults to using a new Enhanced Metal Graphics Rendering Engine with Direct3D 10.1 compatibility on compatible hosts.
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A full license runs $159.99, while upgrades from version 8 or newer cost only $119.99. VMware’s Fusion Pro 11 platform is a popular choice. Fortunately, virtual machine (VM) software not only streamlines the process, but VM support and performance are improving. Running Windows on a Mac remains an occasional requirement for some Mac users. Learn more about the updated VM platform.
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Mac users still needing to run native Windows applications will find VMware Fusion 11 Pro's graphics and hardware improvements worth the upgrade expense. VMware Fusion 11 Pro boosts graphics performance and hardware support