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But if you can run this, you can run VirtualBox, which is a much safer alternative (and simpler, if a live ISO meets your needs).

But not equivalent for some use cases. Like, say I want to use 'find' (not windows find.exe) to find files on a Windows filesystem.

What I typically miss on Windows is "rsync".

Unfortunately, a vm solution won't work with certain vpns, such as Cisco's. I know firsthand as I've tried it.

Forcing me into a non-admin Windows account at work is bad enough. If I had a to tolerate a VM on top of that I would start bringing my laptop.