VMware Workstation
VMware Workstation is a desktop hypervisor application that allows users to run multiple x86-based virtual machines (VMs) simultaneously on a single physical computer. It provides a platform for creating, testing, and deploying software in isolated environments, supporting various guest operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS. The tool includes features such as snapshotting, cloning, and network simulation for development, testing, and educational purposes.
Developers should use VMware Workstation when they need to create isolated testing environments, run multiple operating systems on one machine, or simulate complex network setups without additional hardware. It is particularly useful for software testing, DevOps practices, cybersecurity labs, and learning new technologies in a sandboxed environment. The ability to take snapshots and clone VMs makes it efficient for iterative development and disaster recovery scenarios.