I desperately need a Windows based software on my Mac Air...

I have a Windows based program that I NEED and would like put on my MacBook Air, but how do I do that? Someone out there please help!
Very gratefully yours,
Me.

First, you will need a full version copy of Windows 7. Then you have a couple of choices as to how to install Windows. Apple supports a scheme called "Bootcamp", where on your main drive a separate partition is created, and applicable hardware drivers are provided to run Windows separately from the Mac OS, when desired.
Alternatively, you can install Windows using what is called a "Virtual Machine" system setup. A stand-alone Mac App creates an artificial environment for Windows to be run on and simultaneous to the Mac OS.
There are advantages and disadvantages to either choice. The Bootcamp method generally affords a faster Windows experience, when the programs you will be running require all your resources. The VM solution is more convenient and gives some desirable interaction with the Mac OS, and lets you run both simultaneously. The VM solution shares resources and is therefore sometimes a problem if your Windows programs need more than is available.
The Bootcamp solution is free, inasmuch as it is built in already, but only supports Windows 7. The VM solution will cost the price of the VM App (VMWare Fusion or Parallels). There are free VM apps, but you kinda get what you pay for (ease, support, etc). VM apps also tend to support many different versions of Windows.
No matter what though, you will need to own a full copy of MS Windows.

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