Among the numerous feature additions Parallels Desktop received today, comes a minor feature which has been overlooked. Parallels Desktop has bundled Kaspersky Internet Security right into the application. By selecting “Install Kaspersky Internet Security…” from the Actions menu, users can install a full version of the software.
This added feature can be quite beneficial. In my testing, I found Parallels Desktop was able to install the application without any user intervention after the initial action selection. This can be helpful to users who might not otherwise install a security suite or have the knowledge to.
On the other hand, I have some concerns. I have not done a fresh Wizard XP installation, leaving me wondering if Parallels automatically installs Kaspersky. As long as Parallels provides the option to not install Kaspersky during a VM creation and does not start bundling other applications, I’m fine with this change at the moment. I just wish the Parallels team would be more open about this “feature” addition and not try to cover up an obvious advertising partnership.
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I agree.
I am going to install this programme as soon as possible.
I’ve bought Parallels and an antivirus solution for both platforms (VirusBarrier Dual Protection)
I can say, that Parallels does not install Kaspersky automatically, even not if installed with Windows Express installation. So it’s in our hands! I first thought, that this is only a trial version!
What if you select this to install onto Boot Camp?
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