Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
VMware has decided to make both VMware Fusion and VMware Workstation available for free! 🎉 This is a huge deal for anyone interested in virtualization, whether you're a developer, an educator, or just experimenting at home.
VMware Fusion and Workstation Are Now Free
VMware has made their desktop hypervisors—VMware Fusion for macOS and VMware Workstation for Windows and Linux—completely free for everyone, even commercial users. Previously, these products cost around $200-$250 each, but now you can access all the previously paid features without spending a dime.
Why This Matters
A hypervisor allows you to run multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single computer. This means you can, for example, run Linux on a Windows machine for testing or development purposes. VMware's tools are known for their stability and high performance, especially for advanced networking or enterprise-level setups.
What’s the Catch?
With the free release, VMware no longer provides official support. This means you’ll need to rely on community forums if issues arise. If you’re comfortable with troubleshooting on your own, this shouldn’t be a problem, and the community is typically very helpful.
My Take
Personally, I prefer VirtualBox because it's open source and works well across different platforms. However, VMware’s tools are excellent, particularly for intensive tasks like enterprise testing or complex network configurations.
Broadcom Acquisition and Future Plans
It's worth noting that VMware was recently acquired by Broadcom. Despite some changes, like ending perpetual licenses for other VMware products, Broadcom has committed to continuing the development of VMware Fusion and Workstation. This is a promising sign for the future of these tools.
Why You Should Care
Virtualization is an in-demand skill. Whether you’re a professional or a student, having access to VMware's powerful tools for free can boost your capabilities and resume. It’s a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with industry-standard software.
Final Thoughts
Having free access to VMware Workstation and Fusion is a major win for everyone interested in virtualization. While I prefer open-source alternatives like VirtualBox, there’s no denying the value of these tools, especially now that they are cost-free.
Give it a try and let me know what you think. Have you used VMware before? Are you excited about this change? Let’s discuss in the comments!
As always, thanks for watching. Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and I'll see you in the next one! 🚀
🛠 VMware Fusion - Official Site: vmware.com/products/fusion.html
🛠 VMware Workstation - Official Site: vmware.com/products/workstation.html
🌟 VirtualBox - Official Site: virtualbox.org
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00:00 - Introduction and VMWare News
00:54 - Understanding Hypervisors and VMWare's Offerings
01:44 - The Catch and Personal Preference
02:20 - VMWare's Future and Personal Recommendation
03:27 - Closing Thoughts
#vmware #vmwareworkstation #free #broadcom
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VMware has decided to make both VMware Fusion and VMware Workstation available for free! 🎉 This is a huge deal for anyone interested in virtualization, whether you're a developer, an educator, or just experimenting at home.
VMware Fusion and Workstation Are Now Free
VMware has made their desktop hypervisors—VMware Fusion for macOS and VMware Workstation for Windows and Linux—completely free for everyone, even commercial users. Previously, these products cost around $200-$250 each, but now you can access all the previously paid features without spending a dime.
Why This Matters
A hypervisor allows you to run multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single computer. This means you can, for example, run Linux on a Windows machine for testing or development purposes. VMware's tools are known for their stability and high performance, especially for advanced networking or enterprise-level setups.
What’s the Catch?
With the free release, VMware no longer provides official support. This means you’ll need to rely on community forums if issues arise. If you’re comfortable with troubleshooting on your own, this shouldn’t be a problem, and the community is typically very helpful.
My Take
Personally, I prefer VirtualBox because it's open source and works well across different platforms. However, VMware’s tools are excellent, particularly for intensive tasks like enterprise testing or complex network configurations.
Broadcom Acquisition and Future Plans
It's worth noting that VMware was recently acquired by Broadcom. Despite some changes, like ending perpetual licenses for other VMware products, Broadcom has committed to continuing the development of VMware Fusion and Workstation. This is a promising sign for the future of these tools.
Why You Should Care
Virtualization is an in-demand skill. Whether you’re a professional or a student, having access to VMware's powerful tools for free can boost your capabilities and resume. It’s a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with industry-standard software.
Final Thoughts
Having free access to VMware Workstation and Fusion is a major win for everyone interested in virtualization. While I prefer open-source alternatives like VirtualBox, there’s no denying the value of these tools, especially now that they are cost-free.
Give it a try and let me know what you think. Have you used VMware before? Are you excited about this change? Let’s discuss in the comments!
As always, thanks for watching. Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and I'll see you in the next one! 🚀
🛠 VMware Fusion - Official Site: vmware.com/products/fusion.html
🛠 VMware Workstation - Official Site: vmware.com/products/workstation.html
🌟 VirtualBox - Official Site: virtualbox.org
☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ CHAPTERS ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆
00:00 - Introduction and VMWare News
00:54 - Understanding Hypervisors and VMWare's Offerings
01:44 - The Catch and Personal Preference
02:20 - VMWare's Future and Personal Recommendation
03:27 - Closing Thoughts
#vmware #vmwareworkstation #free #broadcom
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![TrueNAS + Monero + Tor + I2P = Darknet Privacy Upgrade [100% FREE]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mfO1oh2Fvgw/mqdefault.jpg "TrueNAS + Monero + Tor + I2P = Darknet Privacy Upgrade [100% FREE]
This is massive news if you care about digital privacy and taking control of your data.
Magic Grants has developed four powerful applications that transform TrueNAS Scale into a privacy powerhouse: a Monero node, Monero Wallet RPC, Arti (Tors rust implementation), and I2P. These arent just random apps—theyre a carefully crafted privacy stack that dramatically enhances operational security.
What makes this development so important is how it democratizes privacy tech. Running your own Monero node or setting up I2P used to require serious technical skills. Now its just a few clicks away. This removes third parties from your privacy equation and gives you true digital sovereignty.
I break down why running your own Monero node matters (hint: using someone elses node exposes your wallet activity), how Arti improves on Tors aging C codebase with Rusts memory safety, and why I2P provides critical network redundancy for your privacy arsenal.
The power of this setup isnt just philosophical – its a mathematical reduction of risk in your threat model. Every third party you remove from your OpSec chain reduces your attack surface exponentially, not linearly. Thats real security.
TrueNAS Scale itself is completely free and open-source, turning regular hardware into a powerful network storage system. Instead of trusting Dropbox or Google with your files, you control everything. The hardware requirements arent extreme – even a decent processor with 8GB of RAM can run this setup effectively.
Whether youre concerned about government overreach, protecting financial privacy, or just want control over your digital life, these tools represent a major step toward true digital independence. Privacy shouldnt require a computer science degree, and now it doesnt. This is the path to digital sovereignty weve been waiting for.
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00:00 Intro
01:32 What is Magic Grants?
01:49 The Four New Privacy Applications
02:12 Understanding TrueNAS Scale
05:38 The Importance of Running Your Own Monero Node
09:41 Monero Wallet RPC Explained
13:29 Arti: The Rust Implementation of Tor
18:45 Understanding I2P and Its Benefits
19:58 Moneros Native I2P Support
28:24 OpSec Benefits of Self-Hosting
31:16 Technical Compartmentalization
33:41 The Future of Privacy Infrastructure
36:20 Conclusion - Privacy for Everyone
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