How do I run .exe files

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How do I run .exe files

Hi, just picked up a new business supplier, the software for me to place orders and look up products etc. is a .exe file. How do I run them on my iMac?

iMac, OS X El Capitan (10.11.1)

Posted on Dec 12, 2015 2:44 PM

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BobTheFisherman

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Dec 13, 2015 9:42 AM in response to SpartaPerformance

Install Windows using either Boot Camp Assistant or a virtual machine like Parallels, Fusion, or VirtualBox. Then install your exe program in Windows.

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yakotta

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Dec 19, 2015 5:43 PM in response to SpartaPerformance

I use mono to run a few .exe files. If you have app.exe, you install the mono framework, open terminal, type "mono" and then drag and drop the app.exe file onto the terminal screen and hit enter. Be warned that every .exe file will have exactly the same terrible interface, but they'll work

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Niel

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Dec 12, 2015 2:45 PM in response to SpartaPerformance

By using Windows, CrossOver Mac, Wine, or similar software.

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Answer 4

Dec 19, 2015 5:39 PM in response to SpartaPerformance

.exe files are Windows executable files. They must run in Windows. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/.exe

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Answer 5

Dec 19, 2015 5:32 PM in response to BobTheFisherman

I'd rather not install windows, the .exe. file is a live catalog to a supplier so I'd like to run that side by side look at that catalog, and update my website.

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