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Do both windows and Macintosh computers use Intel microprocessors?
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All new Macs use an Intel processor and many computers running the Windows operating system also use an Intel processor although some use alternative processors such as those from AMD.
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How do you open exe on mac without Intel?
Windows executable (.exe) files are programs that work with the Windows operating system and are not compatible with Macintosh computers.
Does Mac supports windows compatible softwares?
No. On the latest MacIntosh Computers (they have a Intel inside) you can run Windows compatible software, but only if you also install the Windows Operating system as well.
Are windows and Macintosh computers both not compatible?
The Macintosh and Windows Operating Systems software are not compatible.But you can install and run Windows along side a Mac now using Apples Boot Camp drivers.Windows and Mac's do have the Intel and hardware that are compatible with the right drivers.
Does mac use Intel?
Yes, Apple's Intel transition was the process of changing the CPU of Macintosh computers from PowerPC processors to Intel x86 processors.
What is the evolution of Intel computer?
It starts with the 4004 chipset (4 bit) and 8008 microprocessor (8 bit). The successor of the 4004 was the 4040, but this architecture was a dead end. The successors of the 8008 were the 8080, 8085, 8086, 8088, 80186, 80286, 80386, 80486, Pentium, etc. including the current multicore microprocessors. IBM chose to base their PC on the 8086 and 8088, then as successive newer microprocessors were developed new versions of the IBM PC used those microprocessors. Intel also produced many specialized microprocessors and microcontrollers including some RISC microprocessors (e.g. i860, i960). Current Apple Macintosh computers also use the latest Intel multicore microprocessors.
What is the current version of Microsoft Windows for a desktop Apple Macintosh?
An Apple Macintosh computer with an Intel processor will run any Windows from XP to 7. The majority of Macintosh users prefer not to run Windows at all and manage fine without it.
What processor is used in apple's Macintosh computers?
Apple uses various processors from Intel for their range of computers.
What does Macintosh have on their computers?
Not sure what you are asking. The operating system for Macintosh computers is OS X. It is a modified version of UNIX. The processor chips (currently i3, i5 & i7) used in Macintosh computers for some years now are made by Intel, the same chip used in most PCs today.
Can you play Windows games on a Macintosh?
Yes. It is possible to play Windows games on Macs that use Intel processors by installing Windows on them using Boot Camp.
Are Intel microprocessors compatible with windows 7 eg Intel R Pentium R M processor 1.73GHz?
It would run Windows 7 just fine as long as you have more than 1GB or RAM
What three Intel microprocessors were launched in a row?
The three Intel microprocessors that were launched in a row and latest (till June 5 when this question is answered) is Intel i3,Intel i5 and Intel i7.
Is Microsoft Windows used on Macintosh computers?
A standard Apple Macintosh computer uses Apple's own operating system called Mac OS X. You can install Microsoft's Windows operating system (or many other operating systems) onto a Mac with an Intel processor if it is required. Installing the Windows system will leave your Mac vulnerable to the thousands of Windows viruses that do not affect Mac OS X.
