Get more out of your Mac
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My first computers were the TRS-80, Apple I, and the Commodore Pet.  The need to be multi-platform/os has been part of my career.  I played with, managed, supported, and taught every computer for over 35 years.  Parallels is one of those rare gems in the software world that really allows the end user to get more out of a single platform.

Originally I purchased parallels 3.o to manage multiple desktops (XP and 7 and Mac).  I could use one computer that rarely failed, my Mac, and connect to computers that frequently exhibited problems.  I could safely test the software my users needed in a safe environment. If something went wrong, I could dump the virtual machine and create another clean copy.

Even after moving on from my last company, I still use Parallels to remote connect to my home computer/server. I also run certain programs (embroidery software) that I need to complete sewing projects, that are only available (economically) for windows. The Mac Book Air is portable, powerful, and with Parallels fully capable of doing everything I need to do.

If you need to be multiplatform or just want to remove the barrier to software not available for your Mac, then you MUST get Parallels.
1182959
Amazing consule great games, and you can watch netflix and youtube on this and upgrade your storage to because it uses micro sd. For example, I upgraded my 4gb micro sd card to 64 gb sd and just had to reformat the sd card it is easy to do on the mac.
4049512
Macbook user. Requires more power to operate on more than one USB. Got a mouse, LED light, and external hard-drive. Difficulty reading hard drive and mouse constantly lags. Use one or two ports at a time. Good for just less intense tasks.
2220593
I use this when my MacBook is doing anything disk intensive.  Also helps for my external Thunderbolt drive.  Keeping them cool and preventing IC damage is WELL worth the price.
943542
Very useful for macbook, recomend this 10/10.
3265403
After using other utilities programs for the Mac this
beats them hands down. It easy to use either installed or
boot from DVD. It clean up dupicate files and unneed file
and defrag HD easily and increases bootup speed. You can duplicate
your smaller drive to larger drive on the fly or
create image for backup. Check and repair sector problems with HD too.
Does alot with easy to use icon interface. Worth the money and more.
695267
I am a new MAC user, so this is very helpful to me.  The last time I used a MAC was about 10-15 years ago, so a lot has changed.  This is helping ease my learning curve.  I don't know if a long-time MAC user would rate this as highly, but if you are new in making the transition from the PC-world, this will help a lot.
2352594
This was a great solution for me when I retired my old Mac and couldn't decide what to do with the internal hard drive.  Although it was backed up through Time Machine, I didn't want to dispose of the drive when I got rid of the computer, so I transferred it into this external case - very easy job.  I liked it so much I bought another one for a similar situation.
3811735
Easy to install, extends your lifetime of your MPB Retina, at least for me that wants to keep all files within the MacBook, external hard drives are for back-ups not for the core files
1777318
amazing, you can now cover your mac without hiding its perfect luxurious laptop look. now you can appreciate and show off your mac with a cover
1494452
This is perfect for going from MacBook to PC formats. It's saved me a number of times.
2097559
if it only had some backup, mac-friendly software companion would be perfect. Actually they have a mac friendly version but it is more expensive. Once you format, it works fine with macs too
4890695
I had a computer die on me but wanted the information from the hard drive so I ordered this.  It worked.  I have a Mac now
3108457
This allowed me to use multiple programs at the same time on my Macbook Pro.  It has functioned well.
3448507
Installed in MacBookPro... Can run multiple Adobe CC programs an a dozen web pages with no problem. Also installed a SSD at same time and love my computer now. Before it was a sad excuse for a Mac, now it hauls like it should.
3057150
For just a quick reference sheet it is pretty handy. As this is my first Mac, I've used the sheet quite a bit.
3079418
As the family IT guy, I regularly get assigned the job of either fixing or salvaging the stack of broken laptops for the entire family.  Most of the time, the laptop is old, won't even power on, or time for an upgrade, and sometimes gets a virus that keeps it from starting.  Family members always want their precious photos and docs, so I just take out the drives, and hook them up to this bad boy.  I've got all Macs at home, and the only drive I repair are from Windows craptops.  Plug them in, pull the files off them, and transfer them to a USB key on my Mac, and my job is done.  This is a handy tool to have for any DIY computer repair person that just wants to pull some files off and move on.