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Download and install VMware Player for free
VMware player is a great free tool for creating virtual machines and desktops. For instance, you can create a new virtual computer to install and test the new Windows 8 Consumer Preview.
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Scroll down a bit and again click Download button.
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Unfortunately, you need to register first.
It doesn't take much time and it really is a great tool, so I advise you to continue with the procedure.
Enter the needed data and click Continue.
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Again, enter needed data ...
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... choose the I agree to the terms and condition option and click Register.
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Now you can actually download the VMware Player.
If you're a Windows user (32 or 64 bit version) click Download button next to VMware Player for Windows 32-bit and 64-bit.exe.
It's usually first one on the list.
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Wait for download to finish then run the VMware-player....exe installation file.
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You can set the Check for products updates on startup options if you want to be reminded about all the VMWare products updates.
Click Next ...
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Select or deselect the Help improve VMware player option.
You computer will be sending data and usage statistics in the background if you choose to leave this option selected.
Click Next ...
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Choose the options where you want your VMware player shortcut.
Click Next ...
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And wait for VMware player to install.
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To finish the installation process, you need to restart your computer.
Click Restart Now.
Don't forget to save your work before you choose to Restart your computer!
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When your computers boots back up again, find the VMware Player icon on your desktop and run the application (see picture).
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At a first launch you need to accept the terms in the license agreement ...
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If you get the the Software Update message about downloading a VMware Workstation or similar, just click Skip this version.
You can eventually confirm the update, but I recommend you only when you get a VMware Player update message.
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And you are in and ready to create a new virtual computer.
You will learn how to open or create new virtual machines in tutorials to follow, so stay tuned!
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