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VMWare releases Fusion 5.0.2 update

Late Wednesday, virtualization softare maker VMWare released version 5.0.2 of its Fusion software for the Mac. Similar to other virtualization software packages, VMWare allows users to run alternate operating systems such as Windows and Linux distributions on Intel-based Macs at native speeds. Other features, such as Unity, allow users to run and minimize Windows applications […]

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VirtualBox updated to 4.2.2

VirtualBox, an open source x86 virtualization project available for free has just hit version 4.2.2. The new version, a 102.3 megabyte download, features the following fixes and changes: – VMM: adapted to changes in Mac OS X 10.8.2 (bug #10965). – GUI: restored VM item tool-tip functionality (4.2 regression). – GUI: added group item tool-tip […]

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Mozilla releases Firefox 16.0.1 update

Because quick revisions never hurt and Mozilla quickly pulled Firefox 16.0.1, then rereleased the new version after a security hole was plugged. On Tuesday, Mozilla.org released version 16.0.1 of its Firefox web browser. The new version, a 32.6 megabyte download and adds the following fixes and changes: – FIXED — 16.0.1: Vulnerability outlined here – […]

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Parallels releases Desktop 8 upgrade, slates full release for September 4th

You can’t knock a solid version release. Per The Mac Observer, Parallels has announced the release of Desktop 8 for Mac, its virtualization software that allows OS X users to run a wide variety of other operating systems, notably Windows. The many enhancements in Desktop 8, including Windows 8 support, are aimed at making the […]

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CrossOver updated to 11.2.1

CrossOver, the popular virtualization program from CodeWeavers, has been updated to version 11.2.1. The new version, which is available as a demo, offers the following fixes and changes: – This release updates the ‘Crosstie’ installation recipes to avoid errors with failed downloads. You should install this update to avoid these errors. CrossOver 11.2.1 retails for […]