Apps Related to Run Windows software

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Provides an environment to install and run Windows applications within a virtual machine, even if the host operating system is not Windows.

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Virtual PC

Virtual PC

Free

Virtual PC is a discontinued free virtualization software developed by Microsoft, allowing users to create and run virtual machines on their Windows operating systems. It primarily supported running older versions of Windows and some Linux distributions within a virtual environment.

Free to use during its active lifecycle.
Operating system
Network & Admin OS & Utilities
Wineskin Winery

Wineskin Winery

Open Source

Wineskin Winery is a macOS utility that leverages Wine to create 'wrappers' for running Windows applications and games. It simplifies the process of packaging Windows software into self-contained macOS bundles, allowing users to execute them directly on their Mac without needing a full Windows installation or virtual machine.

Allows running Windows applications and games on macOS.
Run Windows software
Virtualmin

Virtualmin

Open Source

Virtualmin is a comprehensive web hosting and cloud control panel designed for managing multiple domains and servers. Available in open-source and commercial variations, it provides a user-friendly interface for server administration tasks, website management, and application deployment.

Comprehensive feature set for server and domain management.
Configuration
Network & Admin OS & Utilities
Boot Camp

Boot Camp

Free

Boot Camp Assistant is a native utility for macOS that enables users to install and run a Microsoft Windows operating system directly on their Mac computer. This allows for seamless switching between macOS and Windows, providing access to Windows-specific software directly on Apple hardware without the need for virtualization.

Offers near-native Windows performance due to direct hardware access.
Virtualization
OS & Utilities
WineBottler

WineBottler

Open Source

WineBottler effortlessly packages Windows software into Mac applications, eliminating the need for complex emulators or separate operating system installations for running your favorite Windows programs directly on macOS.

Easy to package Windows applications into macOS apps
Compatibility layers
OS & Utilities
Lutris

Lutris

Open Source

Lutris is an open-source gaming client for Linux, designed to centralize and manage your entire game library from various sources. It supports native Linux games, Windows titles via compatibility layers like Wine and Proton, and games from multiple platforms through integrated emulators, providing a unified gaming experience.

Centralizes games from multiple sources.
Custom Scripts
Games
Edubuntu

Edubuntu

Open Source

Edubuntu is a free and open-source operating system derivative of Ubuntu, specifically tailored for educational environments. It provides a robust and stable platform with a wide array of pre-installed educational software, making it an ideal solution for schools, classrooms, and homeschooling.

Pre-loaded with extensive educational software.
Education
Education & Reference OS & Utilities
Windows 2000

Windows 2000

Commercial

Windows 2000 is a professional operating system developed by Microsoft, bridging the gap between the consumer-focused Windows 9x series and the server-centric Windows NT line. It was designed for business environments, emphasizing stability, security, and networking capabilities.

Significantly more stable than Windows 9x.
Operating system
OS & Utilities
Portable Virtualbox

Portable Virtualbox

Open Source

Portable-VirtualBox allows you to run virtual machines directly from a USB drive without requiring an installation on the host computer. It provides a convenient and portable way to access different operating systems and applications.

Truly portable, runs from USB drive without installation.
GNU/linux-libre
Network & Admin
Zorin OS

Zorin OS

Free Personal

Zorin OS is a Ubuntu-based Linux distribution designed to be accessible and user-friendly for newcomers and existing Linux users alike. It offers a familiar desktop layout similar to Windows and macOS, making the transition from proprietary operating systems smoother. With a focus on security, speed, and a vast software library, Zorin OS provides a robust and flexible alternative for personal computing.

Extremely user-friendly, especially for Windows migrants due to familiar layouts...
Windows-like
OS & Utilities
CrossOver

CrossOver

Commercial

CrossOver is a compatibility layer allowing you to run thousands of Windows applications directly on your macOS or Linux operating system without the need for a Windows license or virtual machine. It provides a seamless experience for accessing your favorite Windows programs.

No Windows license required saves cost.
Compatibility layers
OS & Utilities
Manjaro Linux

Manjaro Linux

Open Source

Manjaro Linux is a user-friendly, Arch Linux-based distribution that offers the benefits of a rolling release model combined with ease of use. It provides a stable and customizable desktop experience suitable for both new and experienced Linux users.

User-friendly installation compared to Arch.
Based on Arch Linux
OS & Utilities
Parallels Desktop

Parallels Desktop

Commercial

Parallels Desktop for Mac enables users to run Windows, Linux, and other operating systems side-by-side with macOS without rebooting. It provides seamless integration and performance for various applications.

Excellent performance for running virtual machines.
Operating system
Network & Admin OS & Utilities
QEMU

QEMU

Open Source

QEMU (Quick Emulator) is a versatile and powerful open-source hardware virtualizer and emulator. It allows you to run operating systems and programs designed for different architectures on your existing hardware. Acting as a hosted hypervisor, QEMU provides a virtual machine monitor for executing guest systems.

Excellent cross-architecture emulation capabilities.
Scriptable
Network & Admin OS & Utilities
PlayOnLinux (PlayOnMac)

PlayOnLinux is a compatibility layer for Linux and macOS allowing users to install and run Windows-based games and applications. It simplifies the process of running Windows software without needing a full virtual machine or dual booting.

Simplifies running Windows software on Linux/macOS.
Ad-free
Games
VMware Workstation Player

VMware Workstation Player is a leading virtualization software for Windows and Linux, enabling users to run multiple operating systems as virtual machines on a single physical machine.

Easy to install and use, even for beginners.
Operating system
Network & Admin OS & Utilities
ReactOS

ReactOS

Open Source

ReactOS is a free and open-source operating system aiming for binary compatibility with Windows. It's designed to run Windows applications and drivers, offering an alternative to Windows built from scratch based on reverse-engineering its architecture. It is lightweight and community-driven.

Free and open-source Windows alternative.
Windows-like
OS & Utilities
openSUSE

openSUSE

Open Source

openSUSE is a community-developed, open-source Linux distribution sponsored by SUSE. Known for its powerful configuration tool, YaST, and commitment to usability, openSUSE offers both a stable release (Leap) and a rolling release (Tumbleweed) to cater to diverse user needs, from developers to desktop users.

Powerful and comprehensive YaST configuration tool simplifies system management.
Rolling release
Development OS & Utilities
Wine

Wine

Open Source

Wine is an open-source compatibility layer that allows users to run Windows applications on various POSIX systems, such as Linux, macOS, and BSD. It translates Windows API calls into POSIX API calls in real-time, eliminating the need for a traditional virtual machine or emulator.

Enables running numerous Windows applications on non-Windows OS.
Compatibility layers
OS & Utilities
VirtualBox

VirtualBox

Open Source

VirtualBox is a powerful x86 and AMD64/Intel64 virtualization product for enterprise as well as home use. As an open-source, freely available software, it allows users to run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single physical machine. This enables diverse use cases, from software development and testing to creating isolated environments for everyday tasks.

Free and Open Source
Multiple languages
Network & Admin