使用Boot Camp
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准备工作：确认Mac满足Boot Camp系统要求，准备好Windows安装光盘或ISO映像文件，以及一个至少8GB的空白USB闪存驱动器用于保存驱动程序。
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打开Boot Camp助理：在"应用程序"文件夹的"实用工具"中找到"Boot Camp助理"并打开。
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下载Windows支持软件：按照提示，它会自动下载适用于Mac的Windows支持软件到USB闪存驱动器。
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分区硬盘：设置Windows分区大小，一般建议根据要安装软件的多少分配，如安装办公软件等可分50GB - 100GB，若要安装大型游戏或软件则需更大空间。
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创建可引导的USB驱动器：将Windows安装文件复制到USB驱动器，制作成可引导的安装盘。
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安装Windows：将制作好的USB驱动器插入Mac，重启Mac并按住Option键，选择从USB驱动器启动，按照Windows安装向导完成安装。
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安装Boot Camp驱动程序：进入Windows系统后，插入之前保存驱动程序的USB闪存驱动器，运行里面的安装程序，安装完成后即可使用Windows软件。
使用虚拟机软件（以Parallels Desktop为例）
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购买与安装：从Parallels Desktop官网下载并安装软件，按提示完成注册和安装步骤。
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创建虚拟机：打开软件，点击"新建"，选择"安装Windows或其他操作系统"，若有Windows安装光盘或ISO文件，可直接选择；也可让软件自动下载Windows 11。
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设置虚拟机：根据需求设置虚拟机的硬件配置，如内存、CPU核心数等。一般运行普通办公软件，可分配2GB - 4GB内存和2 - 4个CPU核心；若运行大型软件或游戏，则需增加配置。
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安装Windows：在虚拟机中按照Windows安装向导进行安装，安装完成后可安装虚拟机增强功能来提升性能和兼容性。
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运行Windows软件：在虚拟机中打开Windows操作系统，然后像在普通Windows电脑上一样安装和运行软件。
使用Wine（以CrossOver为例）
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下载与安装：从官网下载CrossOver，下载完成后将"CrossOver.app"拖入"应用程序"文件夹进行安装。
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安装Windows软件：若要安装的软件在CrossOver内置列表中，直接点击右侧的"安装"；若没有，需先下载软件的exe安装包，然后双击安装包，选择安装容器和系统版本进行安装。
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运行Windows软件：安装完成后，可在CrossOver主页和程序坞中找到并打开软件。
Here's a detailed guide to running Windows software on macOS, covering three primary methods with step-by-step instructions:
- Using Parallels Desktop (Virtual Machine)
Parallels Desktop allows you to run Windows and macOS simultaneously without rebooting.
System Requirements:
• macOS 10.15 or newer
• At least 4GB RAM (8GB+ recommended for smooth performance)
• 600MB disk space for Parallels Desktop, plus 16GB+ for Windows 11 .
Installation Steps:
- Purchase and Download:
◦ Visit Parallels Desktop and download the installer.
◦ Double-click the .dmg file, drag Parallels Desktop.app to your Applications folder.
- Create a Windows Virtual Machine:
◦ Open Parallels Desktop and click New.
◦ Select Install Windows or another OS and choose your Windows 11 ISO file (download from Microsoft).
◦ Follow the prompts to configure RAM (4--8GB), CPU cores (2--4), and storage (20--50GB).
- Install Windows:
◦ Parallels will guide you through the Windows setup. Enter your product key (optional) and complete the installation.
◦ Install Parallels Tools within Windows for enhanced performance and integration (e.g., drag-and-drop between macOS and Windows).
- Run Windows Software:
◦ Open the Windows VM in Parallels and install software as you would on a PC. Apps appear in your macOS Dock for easy access.
Key Features:
• Coherence Mode: Hide the Windows desktop and run apps natively in macOS.
• 3D Acceleration: Supports graphics-intensive apps and games on Apple Silicon .
• Seamless Integration: Clipboard sharing, file drag-and-drop, and macOS keyboard shortcuts.
- Using Boot Camp (Dual Boot for Intel Macs)
Boot Camp lets you install Windows directly on your Mac's hard drive, allowing you to switch between macOS and Windows during startup.
System Requirements:
• Intel-based Mac (Apple Silicon Macs don't support Boot Camp)
• Windows 10/11 ISO file
• At least 64GB free disk space (128GB+ recommended) .
Installation Steps:
- Prepare Windows ISO:
◦ Download Windows 10/11 from Microsoft and create a bootable USB drive using Boot Camp Assistant.
- Open Boot Camp Assistant:
◦ Go to Applications > Utilities > Boot Camp Assistant.
◦ Click Continue and select your Windows ISO.
◦ Adjust the partition size (e.g., 100GB for Windows).
- Install Windows:
◦ Restart your Mac and press Option to boot from the USB drive.
◦ Follow the Windows setup wizard. Format the Boot Camp partition and complete the installation.
- Install Boot Camp Drivers:
◦ Insert the USB drive created earlier and run Setup.exe in the Boot Camp folder.
◦ Reboot to finalize driver installation.
Key Features:
• Native Performance: Windows runs directly on hardware, ideal for gaming or resource-heavy apps.
• Dual Boot: Switch between macOS and Windows by holding Option during startup.
- Using CrossOver (Wine-Based Compatibility Layer)
CrossOver emulates Windows APIs without installing a full OS, making it lightweight.
System Requirements:
• macOS 10.14 or newer
• 4GB RAM (8GB+ recommended) .
Installation Steps:
- Download and Install CrossOver:
◦ Visit CodeWeavers and download the trial or purchase a license.
◦ Drag CrossOver.app to Applications.
- Install Windows Software:
◦ Open CrossOver and search for apps in the Catalog (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop).
◦ For unsupported apps:
◦ Download the .exe installer.
◦ Double-click the .exe file and follow the prompts to create a Bottle (virtual environment).
- Run Windows Apps:
◦ Installed apps appear in CrossOver's interface and your macOS Dock.
◦ Right-click an app to adjust settings (e.g., compatibility mode, performance tweaks).
Key Features:
• No Windows License Needed: Run apps without activating Windows.
• Optimized for Apple Silicon: Native support for M1/M2 chips .
• Game Compatibility: Supports titles like Minecraft and Stardew Valley .
Comparison Table
Method Compatibility Performance Disk Space Cost
Parallels Full Windows apps Good 20--100GB $79.99/year
Boot Camp Full Windows apps Excellent 64--256GB Free
CrossOver Select Windows apps Moderate 2--20GB $49.95/year
Troubleshooting Tips
• Parallels: Update Parallels Tools and enable 3D Acceleration in VM settings.
• Boot Camp: Ensure your Mac has the latest firmware and drivers .
• CrossOver: Use the Bottle settings to switch compatibility modes (e.g., Windows 7/10).
For Apple Silicon (M1/M2) users, Parallels Desktop and CrossOver are the only viable options, as Boot Camp isn't supported. Always back up your data before partitioning or installing virtual machines.