Big Sur Safe yet?

I have been trying the various solutions for getting Windows applications to run on my M1 Mac Mini under Big Sur for quick testing.

  • QEMU Vanilla functions well (once you grab the network driver and get that put in), but 1024x768 max resolution
  • ACVM and UTM don’t seem to function as well, and appears to be max 800x600 resolution
  • Parallels Technology Preview will boot and work OK (at 800x600) until I install the Parallels drivers, then it just boot loops or the display doesn’t update unless I resize the window. EDIT: Fixed this by disabling Time Sync in Parallels.
  • CrossOver had issues with network connection
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