Introduction

Ever since Apple switched to Intel processors back in 2006, Mac owners have had the freedom to run Windows (and other operating systems) without having to buy a second computer. This has been fantastic for numerous groups of people, such as developers and Web designers who need to test their work across platforms, people who prefer to use a Mac most of the time but need access to a few Windows-only apps or games, and those switching from a PC to a Mac who want to ease the transition.

Apple’s official solution for running Windows on a Mac, Boot Camp, offers fantastic performance because it gives Windows direct access to your computer’s hardware. Unfortunately, it also requires a somewhat awkward setup that splits your disk into a ...

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