Is VMware Workstation download free?

VMware Workstation 16 Player The free version is available for non-commercial, personal and home use. We also encourage students and non-profit organizations to benefit from this offering. Commercial organizations require commercial licenses to use Workstation Player.

How do I install a VMware Workstation Player?

Installing VMware Player

  1. Log in to the Windows host.
  2. Open the folder where the VMware Player installer was downloaded.
  3. Right-click the installer and click Run as Administrator.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the installation.
  5. Restart the host machine.

How do I download and install VMware Workstation?

To download VMware Workstation:

  1. Navigate to the VMware Workstation Download Center.
  2. Based on your requirements, click Go to Downloads for VMware Workstation for Windows or VMware Workstation for Linux.
  3. Click Download Now.
  4. If prompted, log in to your Customer Connect profile.

Is VMware Workstation Player Pro free?

VMware Workstation Player is free to use, whereas the VMware Workstation Pro requires a license. Both run on top of the Windows or Linux host Operating System.

Is VMware Workstation 12 player free?

This free desktop virtualization software application makes it easy to operate any virtual machine created by VMware Workstation, VMware Fusion, VMware Server or VMware ESX. Key Features Include: Run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single PC.

Is VMware free on Windows?

Although VMware is a paid software, it has a free version for non-commercial use. If you use virtual machines for everyday purposes, VMware Workstation Player will be the most suitable solution for you.

Can I install VMware workstation on Windows 10 home?

VMware Workstation Pro and Player run on most 64-bit Windows or Linux host operating systems: Windows 10.

How do I open a VMware workstation in Windows 10?

Process to Install Windows 10 in VMware Workstation Pro 12. x as a Guest Operating System:

  1. Click Create a New Virtual Machine.
  2. Select Typical > Click Next.
  3. Select a source for installing the guest operating system.
  4. Click Next.
  5. Enter the serial key obtained from Microsoft for Windows 10.