Should I remove Parallels Workstation?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
11% remove it89% keep it
What do people think about it?
(click star to rate)
How common is it?
Global Rank #39,124
United States Rank #32,394
Reach 0.0026%
Versions
| Version | Distribution |
| 6.0.13976 |
53.85% |
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| 6.0.13950 |
38.46% |
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| 2.2.2222 |
1.92% |
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| 2.2.2204 |
1.92% |
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| 2.2.2112 |
3.85% |
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Parallels Workstation
from Parallels Software International Inc
What is Parallels Workstation? (from Parallels Software International Inc)
Parallels Workstation 2.2 is a fast, easy to use, cost effective desktop virtualization solution that empowers Windows or Linux PC users with the ability to simultaneously run multiple operating systems, including any version of Windows or Linux, FreeBSD, NetBSD, OpenBSD, Solaris, OS/2, eComStation or MS-DOS, in comple... Read more
Overview
Parallels Workstation is a program developed by Parallels Software International Inc. The most used version is 6.0.13976, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. The main program executable is parallels.exe. The software installer includes 9 files and is usually about 24.09 MB (25,261,891 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 10. While about 57% of users of Parallels Workstation come from the United States, it is also popular in Russia and South Africa.
Program details
URL: www.parallels.com
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\Parallels\Parallels Workstation
Uninstaller: RunDll32 C:\Program Files1\COMMON~1\INSTAL~1\PROFES~1\RunTime\10\50\Intel32\Ctor.dll,LaunchSetup "C:\Program Files\InstallShield Installation Information\{E
Estimated size: 24.09 MB
Language: English
Files installed by Parallels Workstation
| Program executable: | parallels.exe |
| Name: | Parallels Workstation 2.2 |
| Path: | C:\Program Files\parallels\parallels workstation\parallels.exe |
| MD5: | 97af2882fc8fc7925295c6426655bc75 |
Additional files:
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ImageTool.exe - Parallels Workstation 2.2 (Parallels Image Tool)
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IOHooks.dll - Parallels Hook Module
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IOHooksCitrixClient.dll - Parallels Hook Module for Citrix
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IOHooksCitrixServer.dll
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PRLDHCP.exe - Parallels DHCP Server
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pvsusb.sys - Parallels USB Driver
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RegTool.exe - Parallels Registration Tool
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UpdateWizard.exe - Parallels Update Wizard
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- PRLDHCP.exe runs as a service named 'Parallels DHCP Service for Virtual NIC' (PRLDHCP).
How do I remove Parallels Workstation?
You can uninstall Parallels Workstation from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Parallels Workstation, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Parallels Workstation.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 62%
Win XP 4%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 11%
Keep it 89%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
69.23% |
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| Windows 10 |
26.92% |
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| Windows XP |
3.85% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
25.00% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
19.23% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
17.31% |
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| Windows 8.1 |
7.69% |
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| Windows 8.1 Pro |
5.77% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
3.85% |
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Geography
56.72% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
56.72% |
| Russia |
4.48% |
| South Africa |
2.99% |
| France |
2.99% |
| India |
2.99% |
| DZ |
2.99% |
| Spain |
2.99% |
| Canada |
2.99% |
| Italy |
2.99% |
| Saudi Arabia |
2.99% |
| MA |
1.49% |
| Belgium |
1.49% |
| Finland |
1.49% |
| AF |
1.49% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Dell |
29.73% |
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| ASUS |
13.51% |
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| Hewlett-Packard |
13.51% |
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| Lenovo |
13.51% |
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| Acer |
8.11% |
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| Sony |
5.41% |
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| Toshiba |
2.70% |
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| GIGABYTE |
2.70% |
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| Sahara |
2.70% |
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| Samsung |
2.70% |
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| Intel |
2.70% |
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| Gateway |
2.70% |
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Common models |
| MSI MS-7592 |
5.00% |
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| VMware, Inc. VMware Virtu... |
2.50% |
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| TOSHIBA Qosmio X505 |
2.50% |
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| Samsung 3570R/370R/470R/4... |
2.50% |
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| MSI MS-7680 |
2.50% |
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| MSI MS-7623 |
2.50% |
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