is a stable and capable virtualization platform, particularly well-suited for users who value reliability and require proven features like Windows 11 support and security patches. While the product has since moved to a free, more advanced version, the principles and methods for secure file transfer remain entirely relevant.
| Feature | | Workstation Player | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Target User | IT professionals, developers, and power users | Home users, students, and those needing a single VM | | Price (as of 2026) | Free for all uses | Free for personal, non-commercial use | | Running Multiple VMs | Yes . Run many VMs simultaneously. | No . Can only run one VM at a time. | | Snapshots | Yes . Save and instantly revert VM states. | No. | | Cloning | Yes . Quickly duplicate a VM. | No. | | Virtual Networking | Yes . Full control to create complex networks. | Limited. Only basic NAT, Bridged, or Host-only. | | vSphere/ESXi Connection | Yes . Connect directly to enterprise servers. | No. | | Tabbed UI | Yes . Manage multiple VMs in a single window. | No. |
Use a free archiver like 7‑Zip to split into 1 GB parts → transfer → reassemble. Run many VMs simultaneously
Create a secondary .vmdk virtual disk file on your host machine.
Click , browse to your VM storage folder, and choose the .vmdk file. Select a drive letter on your host computer. | | Snapshots | Yes
Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) runs over SSH, providing strong AES-256 encryption. Because it operates locally over the host-only virtual adapter ( VMnet1 ) or NAT adapter ( VMnet8 ), data never touches the external internet, keeping it fast and protected from sniffing.
Ensure the guest has the latest drivers for the virtual NIC. data never touches the external internet
: For maximum security during transit, use tools like WinSCP or the command line to transfer files over an encrypted SSH connection between the host and guest.