Download and install Windows in two clicks. Parallels Desktop Installation Assistant helps you to get up and running in a few minutes. Powerful performance lets you run many Windows apps on your Mac, including games and CAD programs. NOTE: It is not recommended that existing Parallels Desktop for Mac users move to Parallels Desktop App Store Edition. Parallels Desktop® App Store Edition is a fast, easy and powerful application for running Windows both on a Mac with the Apple M1 chip and a Mac with an Intel processor - all without rebooting.