VMware Workstation Pro 17.0.0 (Build 20800274) was the major initial release of the 17.x series, launched on November 17, 2022. It introduced several significant features for virtualization on Windows and Linux hosts, though users should note that as of 2025, VMware Workstation Pro is now available at no cost for all users , including personal and commercial use. Key Features of Version 17.0.0 Auto Start Virtual Machines
Post-install: Run vmware from terminal to validate installation.
Once installed, launch the application. You can enter a license key immediately or use the trial period.
This build was specifically designed to bridge the gap between legacy virtualization and modern hardware requirements:
~1.5GB for application; additional space required for each VM Installation and Availability
Are you trying to install a specific OS (like Linux or Windows 11)?
Cybersecurity: Use "Snapshots" to save a clean state of a machine, execute suspicious files, and instantly revert to the clean state if the system is compromised.