Kelvin Chua posted this in Discord and asked me to repost here.
VMWare Workstation is now free. Tested and confirmed that it is much faster then VirtualBox. I installed my Clarion 5505 and basically it compiled at a much better speed then in VirtualBox.
But if you are trying to run Windows 7, you will have to install the following patches, else you will not be able to install VMWare Tools.
KB4490628
KB4474419
KB3125574
KB3020369
All the above KBs can still be downloaded from Microsoft Catalog (simply enter the KB, for example KB4490628, at the google search)
Installed Windows 10 32-bit without any issues at all.
We’re thrilled to announce a significant change that reflects our commitment to making VMware Fusion and VMware Workstation more accessible than ever. Starting November 11, 2024, these powerful desktop hypervisor products will be available for free to everyone—commercial, educational, and personal users alike.
What’s changing and what does this mean for current subscribed customers?
Effective immediately, both VMware Fusion and VMware Workstation will transition away from the paid subscription model, meaning you can now utilize these tools without any cost. The paid versions of these offerings – Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro – are no longer available for purchase.
If you’re currently under a commercial contract, you can rest easy knowing that your agreement will remain in effect until the end of your term. You will continue to receive the full level of service and enterprise-grade support as per your contract. Our commitment to maintaining high standards of support remains unchanged throughout your contract duration.
How do these changes impact Desktop Hypervisor’s current support and features?
The free version will include all the features you’ve come to rely on from the paid version. You’ll have the tools necessary to successfully complete your projects without compromise.
For our customers with active support agreements, you will still have access to support through our standard channels—whether via our support portal or by contacting our support team directly. Once your current contract concludes, you can continue using the product. However, please note that support ticketing for troubleshooting will no longer be available. All users will have access to a wealth of online resources, including documentation, user guides, and community forums, to assist you in making the most of your desktop hypervisor experience.
The Free Tier Support Model
For new users joining us under the free model, we’re providing a robust support ecosystem designed to help you succeed: