The ability to construct large scale VMs makes the sky the limit while fostering freedom of creativity. Virtual Machines can be cloned, ensuring an exact copy of an environment, which reduces risk in certain testing scenarios.

Snapshots and screen recordings (called “Movies”) can be accessed via the VM tab at the top of the UI. Screenshots and screen recordings are helpful features as developers and testers document their progress and findings throughout their simulated environments. Users can specify the amount of memory allocated to each VM, in multiples of 4 MB. The desktop app has easily navigable dropdown menus including File, Edit, View, VM, Tabs, and Help.Ĭustomizable VM hardware settings include memory, processors, network adapter, etc. Shared VMs are accessed via the Library menu on the left of the UI as well. Your virtual machine instances are tabbed across the top of the interface, much like an internet browser, facilitating easy navigation between VMs. Software updates and Help buttons are also included on the home page, giving users access to the support options they need. The desktop client of VMware Workstation Pro presents users with a home screen with options including Create a New Virtual Machine, Open a Virtual Machine, Connect to a Remote Server, Virtual Network Editor, Workstation Preferences, and more. This portability allows users to create and test an instance locally, later migrating it to other Enterprise level VMware platforms.

The software also facilitates connectivity and compatibility with other VMware Workstation copies, VMware vSphere, or ESXi. Access to server-hosted and local VMs on your tablet or phone is done through a web interface, allowing IT professionals and remote support personnel to work anywhere, anytime, as long as they have internet access. VMware Workstation Pro enables users to run simultaneous virtual machines from their desktop, tablet, and phone.

VMware Workstation Pro is the Hercules of virtualization applications, with impressive scalability, capacity, portability, and an overall rich feature set.

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