SMRTR TechSep 9, 2025ZDNet

5 ways to run Windows apps on MacOS - and 2 are free

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MacOS users can run Windows applications through various tools without needing a Windows computer. VirtualBox and Kegworks offer free solutions, while CrossOver Mac, Parallels, and Windows 365 Cloud PC provide paid options with enhanced features. These applications either use Wine compatibility layers or create virtual Windows environments, giving Mac users access to thousands of Windows-exclusive programs with varying levels of performance and ease of setup.

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