To get up and running, you just need a Mac with an internet connection. There are a handful of minimum requirements, but ...

What is Parallels Desktop Parallels Desktop is a virtual machine software for Mac, helps you install Windows 11/10 or any other Linux distribution without any trouble.

How to install Windows 11 on Mac Step 1: Download the Parallels Desktop for Mac installer, which comes with a free 14-day trial.

To try out Parallels Desktop, you can download and run a free 14-day trial. Parallels Desktop for Mac doesn’t include Windows, but you have a few options.