Parallels, Nova Development Partner to Bring Parallels Desktop for Mac to The Apple Store, Other Leading Retailers Nationwide.HERNDON, Va. & CALABASAS, Calif. -- Breakthrough Virtualization An umbrella term for enhancing a computer's ability to do work. Following are the ways virtualization is used. Hardware Virtualization Partitioning the computer's memory into separate and isolated "virtual machines" simulates multiple machines within one physical computer. Software Now Distributed by Nova Development -- Available at CompUSA, Staples, Office Depot Office Depot (NYSE: ODP) is one of the world's leading suppliers of office products and services. The Company's selection of brand name office supplies includes business machines, computers, computer software and office furniture, while its business services encompass copying, , Fry's Electronics Fry's Electronics is a specialty retailer of software, consumer electronics, computer hardware and household appliances with a chain of superstores headquartered in Silicon Valley. Starting with one store located in Sunnyvale, California, USA, the chain now boasts sales of $2. , Amazon.com Running Windows on the Mac will get even easier this month, as Parallels Desktop(TM) for Mac software will be made available at thousands of retail stores nationwide. Distributed by Calabasas-based Nova Development as the exclusive retail publisher, the rollout begins immediately and continues through next month. Parallels Desktop for Mac See Parallels Desktop. will be available at The Apple Store, CompUSA, Staples, Office Depot, Fry's Electronics, Amazon.com, and numerous other software outlets. Until now, Parallels Desktop for Mac had only been available for purchase online. The revolutionary software is the first solution for Intel processor-based Macs that enables users to simultaneously run Windows XP The previous client version of Windows. XP was a major upgrade to the client version of Windows 2000 with numerous changes to the user interface. XP improved support for gaming, digital photography, instant messaging, wireless networking and sharing connections to the Internet. and most other operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. , as well as their application programs, in isolated "virtual machines" running alongside OS X. "This retail launch helps to further eliminate the barrier that previously kept Mac and Windows from effectively working together, side by side, simultaneously, on one computer," said Benjamin Rudolph, marketing manager of Parallels. "With the immediate availability of Parallels Desktop for Mac in leading retailers, Mac users now have even easier access to the first solution that enables them to use Windows programs without giving up their Mac OS X desktops." "We are very pleased to be working with Parallels and our network of retail partners to deliver this unique best-of-both-worlds solution to Intel-based Mac users at an affordable price," said Roger Bloxberg, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Nova Development. "Parallels Desktop for Mac adds a dimension of versatility and power to the Macintosh computing experience never before possible." Parallels Desktop for Mac boasts the following important features: --Run any version of Windows, Linux or any other operating system at the same time as Mac OS X at near-native speeds. This is different from Apple's "Boot Camp" dual boot solution, in which users are forced to work in either Windows XP SP2 or Mac OS X and must completely shut down one in order to launch the other. --Securely share files and "copy and paste To copy files from one location to another or to copy text and images from one document to another. All modern operating systems and applications have a copy and paste capability that is typically selected from an Edit menu. See cut and paste and Win Copy between windows. " data between Windows XP and Mac OS X programs. --Expand a "virtual machine" to full screen on a primary display or run it on a secondary display. --Reduce Windows 2000, 2003 and XP virtual machine hard drive size by 50 percent or more with Parallels Compressor technology. This powerful tool, which retails for $179, is included free with each copy of Parallels Desktop for Mac. Parellels Desktop for Mac also includes a printed user manual and a quick start guide that walks users step by step through installation, setup, virtual machine creation, OS installation, and product operation. The SRP SRP - A data link layer protocol. for Parallels Desktop for Mac is $79.95. Through Aug. 15, users who purchase Parallels Desktop for Mac -- either in a retail store or on Nova Development's Web site -- will be eligible for a $20 rebate when Windows XP is purchased within 14 days. The rebate form is available at www.novadevelopment.com/windowsrebate. For users who wish to try Parallels Desktop for Mac before they buy it, a trial version will also be available at www.novadevelopment.com. The full-functioning trial version can be used for up to 14 days at no charge. About Parallels Parallels is a server and workstation virtualization solutions company committed to building powerful, user-friendly, cost-effective products that can be used by anyone, from an experienced developer to a computer "newbie A first-time user. A newbie may be a novice in anything; using a computer, a video game, a particular operating system, the Internet, etc. Also called a "newb," "noob" or "nub." (jargon) newbie " to improve efficiency, lower hardware costs, and reduce operating expenses Operating expenses The amount paid for asset maintenance or the cost of doing business, excluding depreciation. Earnings are distributed after operating expenses are deducted. . The company's products all feature "hypervisor" technology for strong, stable virtual machines, and an intuitive Web-like interface that facilitates quick setup and usage. Additionally, Parallels solutions fully support Intel Virtualization Technology See VT. architecture, which is optimized to provide superior virtual machine performance. The company is rapidly growing and employs a global team of experienced technical and business professionals. For more information, please visit www.parallels.com. About Nova Development Based in Southern California, Nova Development Corp. is a market leader in personal and small business productivity software for both Macintosh and Windows platforms. For more information, call 818-591-9600. Fax: 818-591-8885. Or visit Nova Development on the Web at www.novadevelopment.com. |
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