: A new "Free Up Disk Space" tool allowed users to reclaim up to 20 GB of space per virtual machine by automatically compressing virtual disks.
Parallels Desktop 14.1.2 (build 45479) was a maintenance update released in late 2018 for the Parallels Desktop 14 for Mac virtualization platform. This version focused on refining the performance and stability improvements introduced with the launch of version 14. Parallels Desktop 14.1.2 (45479)
This specific update resolved several annoying integration issues that users faced in earlier builds of version 14: : A new "Free Up Disk Space" tool
For users on older Intel-based Macs, Parallels 14 remains a popular choice for its balance of performance and compatibility with older macOS versions like Mojave. However, if you have moved to modern chips, you will need to upgrade to the latest version (e.g., Parallels 20) to run Windows 11 on the ARM architecture. Why Version 14 Was a Milestone : Users
: Fixed fatal errors on startup for systems using McAfee Drive Encryption and improved recognition for USB dongles after suspending/resuming Windows. Why Version 14 Was a Milestone
: Users could customize the MacBook Pro Touch Bar for specific Windows applications like AutoCAD, QuickBooks, and Visual Studio. Legacy Support and Upgrades
: It was the first version to fully support macOS Mojave , including native Dark Mode and Continuity Camera support.