This version focuses on refining the user experience by resolving critical bugs introduced in the initial 17.6 release and expanding support for the latest operating systems.
: Allows specific local virtual machines to boot automatically when the host computer starts up. VMware Workstation Pro v17.6.1 Build 24319023 -...
represents a significant update in the landscape of desktop virtualization. Following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware, this release solidifies a major shift: Workstation Pro is now free for personal, educational, and even commercial use as of late 2024 and early 2025. This version focuses on refining the user experience
: Essential for running Windows 11 guests efficiently with "Fast Encryption" for better performance. VMware Workstation Pro 17 - Broadcom TechDocs :
: Effortlessly preserve VM states or create "Linked Clones" to save disk space. VMware Workstation Pro 17 - Broadcom TechDocs
: Fully supports Windows Server 2025 , Windows 11 (23H2) , Ubuntu 24.04 , and Fedora 40 as both host and guest operating systems.