VMware Workstation Pro 17 is a powerful virtualization software that allows users to run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single Windows or Linux machine. It enables users to share one or more desktop environments with other OSes without restarting the host system to switch between them.

– Deploy local OCI containers and Kubernetes clusters with VM isolation, virtual networking and virtual resource options through the vctl CLI tool

– Virtualize nearly any x86 operating system available today on a desktop PC

– Run ESXi and vCenter as virtual machines on the desktop, and connect to a remote vSphere environment for quick VM access and basic management tasks

– Create and configure complex IPv4 and IPv6 virtual networks for VMs, with added network latency and bandwidth simulations to help recreate real-world scenarios

– Run a secure second desktop with different privacy settings, tools and networking configurations for online protection, or to take “snapshots” that can be restored later

– Gain a fluid and responsive experience for running 3D applications with support for DirectX 11 and OpenGL 4.3 in virtual machines[1]

– Enjoy significantly improved 3D graphics support with DirectX 11

– Support Windows 11 requirements and features with Virtual Trusted Platform Module 2.0

– Introduce official support for various operating systems and entirely new encryption methods without impacting guest environment performance[3]

VMware Workstation Pro 17 is an excellent tool for advanced users like administrators and developers who want to manage multiple virtual machines simultaneously and run applications like VPN, Microsoft Office, firewalls, and more in guest OSes.