1. [Home](https://www.g2.com/) 2. ... 3. [Server Virtualization Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/server-virtualization) 4. [VMware Workstation Pro Discussions](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-workstation-pro/discuss) [ ![VMware Workstation Pro](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_98e610de8df93165a368af1a1b131d4b/vmware-workstation-pro.png "VMware Workstation Pro") ](/products/vmware-workstation-pro/reviews) # VMware Workstation Pro Discussions VMware Workstation Pro is a desktop hypervisor that enables users to run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single Windows or Linux PC. Designed for IT professionals, developers, and educators, it provides a robust platform for developing, testing, and deploying applications across diverse environments without the need for additional hardware. Key Features and Functionality: - Multiple OS Support: Run a wide range of operating systems, including various versions of Windows, Linux, BSD, and MS-DOS, on virtual machines. - Snapshot Capability: Save the state of a virtual machine at any point in time, allowing for easy rollback to a previous state, which is invaluable for testing and development purposes. - Virtual Networking: Create complex network configurations with support for bridging existing host network adapters and sharing physical disk drives and USB devices with virtual machines. - High-Performance Graphics: Support for DirectX 10.1 and OpenGL 3.3 enables running 3D applications and games within virtual machines. - Remote vSphere Integration: Connect to remote vSphere environments to manage virtual machines and data centers directly from the Workstation Pro interface. Primary Value and User Solutions: VMware Workstation Pro addresses the complexities of managing multi-OS operations by providing isolated, secure environments for development, testing, and learning. It allows users to streamline workflows by running multiple operating systems on a single machine without rebooting, facilitating efficient software development and testing across different platforms. Additionally, its integration with remote vSphere setups ensures seamless management of virtual infrastructures, making it an essential tool for professionals seeking flexibility and control in their virtualization needs. - **3** discussions - · **67%** answered ![VMware Workstation Pro](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_98e610de8df93165a368af1a1b131d4b/vmware-workstation-pro.png "VMware Workstation Pro") VMware Workstation Pro Discussions Most CommentedMost HelpfulCommon QuestionsNewest Showing **3** discussions ![Pinned by G2 as a common question](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Pinned by G2 as a common question") G2 Pinned by G2 as a common question • about 3 years ago More Options - Share [![linkedin](/assets/social-logos/linkedin-afe65e46604a5bd5105ab9c856116204040b6b3f2b2d42562fc8071ca0c48ca0.svg "linkedin")](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&summary=What+is+VMware+Workstation+Pro+used+for%3F&title=What+is+VMware+Workstation+Pro+used+for%3F&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-vmware-workstation-pro-used-for) [![twitter](/assets/social-logos/twitter-61aaec80434c71387b8f7326e480592eae71c0a65afd051d66fce9b75a9bf417.svg "twitter")](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=What+is+VMware+Workstation+Pro+used+for%3F&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-vmware-workstation-pro-used-for&via=G2dotcom) [![facebook](/assets/social-logos/facebook-350d0b410d6b10debcf893050e803a8633d53561aa42807b087b8daf9be3668f.svg "facebook")](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-vmware-workstation-pro-used-for) [![gmail](/assets/social-logos/gmail-6db42f21e7c254fae201b112bef0dd15d25223a5cbb32691ce80eab43761eadf.svg "gmail")](https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm&fs=1&tf=1&to=&su=What+is+VMware+Workstation+Pro+used+for%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-vmware-workstation-pro-used-for%0aWhat+is+VMware+Workstation+Pro+used+for%3F) [![mail](/assets/social-logos/mail-d55c53b04bf49872e40cd2443b85a99caa23394e6cf154ae32a9d08377c15d86.svg "mail")](mailto:?subject=What+is+VMware+Workstation+Pro+used+for%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-vmware-workstation-pro-used-for%0aWhat+is+VMware+Workstation+Pro+used+for%3F) - Copy link - [ ## What is VMware Workstation Pro used for? ](/discussions/what-is-vmware-workstation-pro-used-for) What is VMware Workstation Pro used for? 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