Corel Corporation is a Canadian software company specializing in graphics processing. They are best known for developing CorelDRAW, a vector graphics editor. They are also notable for purchasing and developing AfterShot Pro, PaintShop Pro, Painter, Video Studio, MindManager, and WordPerfect.
Corel has dabbled with Linux over the years. For example they produced Corel Linux, a Debian-based distribution which bundled Corel WordPerfect Office for Linux. While Corel effectively abandoned its Linux business in 2001 they are not completely Linux-phobic. For example, AfterShot Pro has an up to date Linux version albeit its proprietary software.
Alludo is the new umbrella brand name for the corporation.
Parallels Desktop is virtualization software for macOS that allows users to run Windows, Linux, and other operating systems on their Mac without having to reboot.
Parallels Desktop is proprietary software and is not available for Linux. We recommend the best free and open source alternatives.
1. VirtualBox
VirtualBox is a general-purpose full virtualization software for x86_64 hardware (with version 7.1 additionally for macOS/Arm), targeted at laptop, desktop, server and embedded use.
2. Proxmox Virtual Environment
Proxmox Virtual Environment is an open-source server virtualization management platform.
It is a Debian-based Linux distribution with a modified Ubuntu LTS kernel and allows deployment and management of virtual machines and containers.
Proxmox VE includes a web console and command-line tools, and provides a REST API for third-party tools. Two types of virtualization are supported: container-based with LXC, and full virtualization with KVM. It comes with a bare-metal installer and includes a web-based management interface.
3. XCP-ng
XCP-ng is a high performance enterprise level virtualization platform with a rich ecosystem. XCP-ng stands for Xen Cloud Platform – New Generation.
XCP-ng was originally based on XenServer, Citrix Hypervisor.
4. KVM
KVM (for Kernel-based Virtual Machine) is a full, open source, virtualization solution for Linux on x86 hardware containing virtualization extensions (Intel VT or AMD-V).
It consists of a loadable kernel module, kvm.ko, that provides the core virtualization infrastructure and a processor specific module, kvm-intel.ko or kvm-amd.ko. KVM also requires a modified QEMU although work is underway to get the required changes upstream.
5. Xen
Xen is an Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) originally developed by the Systems Research Group of the University of Cambridge Computer Laboratory, as part of the UK-EPSRC funded XenoServers project.
Xen can securely execute multiple virtual machines, each running its own operating system, on a single physical system with close-to-native performance.
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| Alternatives to Corel's Products | |
|---|---|
 | AfterShot Pro is raw image processing software offering simple photo management, good workflow, and batch processing. |
 | Capture captures and saves images of your computer screen with one click, including the entire screen, individual windows, or menu lists. |
 | CorelCAD is a computer-aided design application for 2D and 3D design which supports a variety of graphic formats including DWG, DXG, CDR, SHP, and others. |
 | CorelDRAW is vector-based designing software used to create logos, flexes, brochures, invitation cards, and any kind of vector designing. |
 | DVD Copy is simple-to-use software which allows you to copy DVDs, convert HD video, output to mobile devices, and more. |
 | Font Viewer is a standalone application bundled with CorelDRAW Graphics Suite and Corel PHOTO-PAINT that helps users manage their font libraries. |
 | MindManager is mind mapping software application. MindManager can be used to manage projects, organize information, and for brainstorming. |
 | MotionStudio 3D is a 3D titling, motion graphics and effects-in one complete package. Generate 3D graphics, titles and animated text |
 | Painter is a raster-based digital art software which is used for canvas painting and offers photo-art tools. Sketch, paint, and illustrate. |
 | PaintShop Pro is a raster and vector graphics editor. It features an interface for automating tasks with scripts written in Python. |
| Parallels Desktop is virtualization software for macOS that allows users to run Windows, Linux, and other operating systems on their Mac without having to reboot. |
 | PDF Document Writer lets users convert documents, emails, images and other file types into a PDF for viewing and sharing. |
 | PDF Fusion is an all-in-one PDF creator that lets you assemble, edit and create PDFs. |
 | PHOTO-PAINT is a raster graphics editor, or photo editing software. Edit, enhance, and retouch photographs, as well as create bitmap illustrations and paintings. PHOTO-PAINT is part of the CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. |
 | Pinnacle Studio is a full-featured, near-pro-level video editing application without a steep learning curve. |
 | Vector is a web-based vector app for design hobbyists and aspiring professionals. Design your creative projects in a user-friendly tool. |
 | VideoStudio MyDVD is DVD authoring software. Make your menus more meaningful and use the powerful tools within VideoStudio MyDVD. |
 | VideoStudio Pro is a video editing software package that offers both storyboard and timeline-oriented editing. |
 | WinDVD Pro allows you to play DVDs and Blu-rays. The player can also be used to play videos and audio/music files in other formats. |
 | WinZip is a file archiver and compressor with tools for system integration. The software also bundles an image manager and backup functionality. |
 | WordPerfect Office is an all-in-one office suite and word processing software. Document, spreadsheet, and presentation applications. |