The catch for M1 users is the same as when Parallels first added support for Apple’s latest machines - you’ll only be able to emulate Arm-based operating systems, which means you’ll be limited to Windows on Arm. Parallels supports both Intel and M1 Macs (though there’s a catch for those running Arm-based machines), and can even be used to run the Windows 11 preview for those who can’t wait.

Parallels Desktop 17 will allow Mac users to experience Microsoft’s next version of Windows in a window on their Mac desktop. Windows 11 is coming to Macs, even those without Boot Camp.