Running .exe files on a PPC

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Running .exe files on a PPC

I recently downloaded DarWine so I could use a few .exe files on my iMac G5 PPC. When I tried to run the included sample programs, it said I needed "x11.app" for the programs to work. I am currently running 10.4.6, and still have the install disc that i believe contains x11 programs.

My question is, is installing x11.app really what i need? Is there a better way to run .exe files? I'd go with something like Virtual PC, but I don't have the money, or the means for which to pay for the software with.

iMac G5, Mac OS X (10.4.6), PowerPC

Posted on Jun 28, 2006 1:20 PM

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Answer 1

Jun 28, 2006 2:44 PM in response to Court Reese

"is installing x11.app really what i need?"

No. .exe files run on Windows only. Your only option would be an emulator such as VPC.

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Answer 2

Jun 28, 2006 3:53 PM in response to Court Reese

Hi spyte,

Installing x11.app is what you need to run DarWine on your Mac, but I can't tell if DarWine works with your exe Files.
Anyway, give it a try...

Daniel

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Answer 3

Jun 29, 2006 2:36 AM in response to Daniel Stern

Hi Spyte,
I checked the website of DarWine, as I was interested in this program, too. Save the effort: DarWine is not able to run exe Files under Os X. It's still under development...

Daniel

PowerBook g4 Mac OS X (10.4.6)

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Court Reese Author

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Jun 29, 2006 8:13 AM in response to Daniel Stern

If DarWine can't run exe files on OS X, then what can it do?

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Answer 5

Jun 29, 2006 9:12 AM in response to Court Reese

"If DarWine can't run exe files on OS X, then what can it do? "

As already stated...Nothing. Mac OS does not run .exe files.

If you have an Intel based Mac, you can install Prarallel's virtualization software or Apple's own Boot Camp in order to run Windows, and ultimately your .exe file.

If you have a PPC based Mac, your only options would be to install Windows through Virtual PC or Guest PC...both of which must be purchased.

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