In general, you can start working with virtual machine right after the installation of Windows XP. However, if you do this, you will meet some unpleasant moments. Do you remember that you have to press special key combination each time you want to switch to your primary Windows or Linux when working in the virtual machine? And also how do you like this small screen of the virtual machine? Things will go better if you install in your virtual machine special drivers, called Parallels Tools. So, before begin to populate your new virtual machine with applications, have patience and do this first:
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setup. Click Next. The virtual machine will be restarted and completely ready for work.