VMware Workstation has long been the gold standard for IT professionals to test and experiment with virtual machines on their desktops. Released last month, the new VMware Workstation 8 comes with enhanced capabilities such as HD audio and USB 3.0 support, simplified menus and a new interface that makes it easier to handle large collections of VM images. In addition, deploying a VM onto VMware vSphere is now as simple as a drag-and-drop operation, while Workstation 8 itself can run as a server to share virtual machines with team members. The license for VMware Workstation 8 can be purchased for $199, and is valid for both Windows and Linux. Product page