CALIFORNIA, USA:VMware Inc., a provider of virtualization solutions from the desktop through the datacentre and to the cloud, announced the availability of VMware Workstation 7, the gold standard in desktop virtualization.

With Windows 7 support, enhanced 3D graphics, and many new and refined features, VMware Workstation 7 continues to transform the way technical professionals develop, test, demo and deploy software.

The improvements help developers, QA engineers, sales professionals and IT administrators reduce hardware costs and streamline tasks, saving time and improving productivity.

VMware Workstation 7 is the most powerful, reliable and secure desktop virtualization product with the most comprehensive feature set.

Jocelyn Goldfein, general manager, desktop business unit, VMware, said:  "This year marks the 10 year anniversary of VMware Workstation, a powerful product that embodies our passion for innovation and our commitment to raising products to new heights with each release. Workstation 7 continues this tradition with support for Windows Aero graphics, SpringSource Tool Suite integration and much more."

VMware Workstation 7 is now available for $189.00. Upgrades from prior versions of VMware Workstation are available for $99.00.