The Kinect for Windows Developer Toolkit contains updated and new source code samples, Kinect Fusion, Kinect Interactions, Kinect Studio, and other resources to simplify developing Kinect for Windows applications. The Kinect for Windows Developer Toolkit includes updated and new source code samples, Kinect Fusion, new Kinect controls for adding gesture capabilities to your application, Kinect Studio, the Face Tracking SDK, and other valuable development resources.
Parallels is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful option to run Windows on your Mac. Data can be shared between Mac and Windows and switching between the two is as simple as switching screens. Run it On Mac recommends Parallels as the #1 best way to run Kinect Developer Toolkit on your Mac desktop or laptop.
Pros: Very Cost-Effective; Easily transfer files; Easily switch between Windows & Mac.
Cons: May see a slight decrease in performance; Cost varies from $50-80 for a personal license.
Boot Camp is a boot utility included with most Apple desktop and laptop products that allows users to install a Windows operating system alongside the native macOS/OS X operating system. Using Bootcamp is a relatively technical process and should probably only be undertaken by someone who understands the process.
Pros: Free; Good option if you need high performance or are using an older machine.
Cons: Switching between operating systems requires a restart; difficult, technical installation process.
