Having problem with install any new software, example, mozilla for mac, opera for mac, getting (you can't open the application "Opera because it is not supported on this architureture. Im i doing something wrong, or do i have to do the PC thing and buy new OS every year.
PowerMac, Mac OS X (10.5.8), architecture not supported.
"Architecture not supported" means that you are trying to install Intel Mac only compatible software on a PPC (Power PC) Mac.
Even though software says that it is OS X or OS 10.5.8 compatible, you must still check the processor requirements.
Example, Opera 11 and 12 are Intel Mac only, but Opera 10 is PPC Mac compatible:
http://www.opera.com/browser/download/requirements/
Firefox 12 states:
Operating Systems
Recommended Hardware
PPC Macs, however, don't have Intel x86 processors, so the software is incompatible.
A Mozilla like browser is TenfourFox:
http://osxdaily.com/2011/05/10/run-firefox-4-on-a-powerpc-mac-with-tenfourfox/
You simply need to be more thorough in checking system requirements.
You don't need to buy a new OS, you need to buy a new computer to replace your 6+ year old one.
Maybe yes, maybe not. I am still using a Mac G4 built in 1999. Yes I have upgraded just about everything from the processor (8 years ago) to RAM, hard drive, etc.
If your issue is compatibility of the web browser, try TenFourFox.
architecture not supported.
