Parallels Desktop 20.2 Brings x86 Emulation to Apple Silicon Macs (with Caveats)

"Parallels Desktop 20.2 brings x86 emulation to Apple Silicon, run Windows on your M1 Mac."
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Parallels Desktop 20.2 Brings x86 Emulation to Apple Silicon Macs (with Caveats)
Parallels, the popular virtualization software, has taken a significant step with the release of Parallels Desktop 20.2. This version introduces experimental x86 emulation for Apple Silicon Macs, allowing users to run Intel-based operating systems like Windows and some Linux distributions on Apple's M1 and later chips. Key Features and Limitations: Early Technology Preview: This x86 emulation feature is currently in an early stage. Limited OS Support: You can currently run Windows 10, Windows 11*, Windows Server 2019/2022, and specific Linux distributions with UEFI BIOS. Performance Impact: Expect significantly slower performance compared to native Apple Silicon applications. Boot times can be lengthy (up to 7 minutes). Other Limitations: No support for external USB devices. Windows 11 24H2 is not currently supported. Only 64-bit operating systems are emulated, although 32-bit applications within those OSes may run. Improved User Experience: Enhanced Windows Integration: Parallels Desktop 2…