can i install macintosh in intel pentium 4 processor?
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You can only install MacOS X if you happen to buy one of Apple's new Single or Dual core Intel processor based machines.  Otherwise, no.  It won't work on non-Apple built PCs as yet (if ever).\n\nTravis' answer is incomplete.  Yes, there may be P4 based MacOS X available for developers (when there weren't any Intel  processor Mac's available) for conversion purposes only.  There is not a general purpose OS you can run to the store or buy from Apple unless you enroll in Apple's developer program (i.e., you have applications that require conversion to the Intel platform).  Even then, that was only because Apple had no dedicated Intel hardware.  Now, Apple does and they're going to expect you to buy their hardware rather than installing it on non-Apple hardware.\n\nOtherwise, if you're looking for general purpose MacOS X to install on a standard non-Apple built PC with a P4 processor, it isn't available to the general public.  You can contact Apple like Travis suggests, but they're going to tell you the same thing I just did.
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goto:\nhttp://support.intel.com/support/go/downloads....
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buy it now if you need it now. (i'm an 12" iBook owner). its unrealistic to expect the new Intel based macs to be a lot cheaper, and essentially, all new apps written in new xCode can be run in both PowerPC based and Intel based macs.\n\nalso, Apple says it is going to support the PowerPC macs for a very long period of time and will release at least two of its future Mac OS X in PowerPC version.\n\nif you want to have the perfect computer, you really need to wait forever.
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Yes it is COMPLETELY possible. I am writing to you on a Dell Dimension 8300 running both Windows XP and Macintosh OS X V. 10.4.5. All you have to do is get a copy of a patched verison of the Install DVD for OSX on Intel. I have multiple copies of it. It is very easy to do all you do is boot up from the cd, then use the disk utility to format a partition on your HD or the whole HD and use that. I can send an easy guide if you'd like.
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Use intel Processor. Many Operating System full support this processor. You don't need doubt about the compatibility with many OS, like Linux and other Unix.
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If you had a new Mac with intel but with your older computer there is no other way to run windows unless you use virtualization programs. Try guest pc.
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depends on the mother board.\n\ncheck the manuals / manufacturer of the motherboard if your board will support P4.. if not then there is no question of upgrade.\n\nif it does, then buy the compatible processor and just change it.!
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you can get osx to run on a dell or an amd. I got bored and its running on my work pc which is a dell and its also running on my xBox. you just need to be not a noob. but honestly if you just switch to mac you will fall inlove. Trust me i switched about 19 months ago. I am an A+ certifed technician my last pc was an AMD 64 FX 53 with 4 gigs of ram and 1 terabyte of hdd. i loved my windows but needed a mac cert for my new job so i got one thinking this will suck. i sold my pc 6 weeks later. mac is the only thing i need its so much nicer
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You can install Mac OS X on IBM-PC compatible machines. Apple has come with a new operation system Mac OS X Tiger which canbe installed on PC with Intel/AMD processor. Visit this link to buy the operating system ... http://www.apple.com/macosx/
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Now that the processors are pretty similar, the difference comes to the look the computer and your preference for the operating system (OS X for Macs and Windows XP for PCs).  The best way is to try each one out in a store before you buy and then make your decision.
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Apple announced a while ago that all future Macs will have Intel chips. Now, there are already numerous Macs available (depending on your country) with an Intel chip (x86, the same one is used for many Windows computers), including an iMac (2x faster than iMac G5) and the new MacBook Pro (4x faster than a PowerBook with G4 processor). I think it will only be a matter of time when they will release an Intel version of the G5 Tower.  \n\nSome software might not work as fast as on a PowerPC G5 (since PowerPC software has to be emulated on Intel Macs, but they say it is barely noticable), but numerous software developers have already announced to make so-called universal versions of their programs (which work on both PowerPC and Intel Mac as fast as possible). Adobe is expected to release Intel versions of future versions of their software next summer (Apple released Intel Macs faster than anticipated). This might cost you a lot of money if you already use many Adobe or other software. Most software vendors do provide a free update to an Intel versions though, I think you should check beforehand.\n\nUnfortunately, this does not mean that you can install Windows XP (it uses 'old firmware' not present in an Intel Mac I read in a magazine) directly on a Mac. However, it is announced that the next version of iEmulator (1.7.9, which enables you to run Windows 95,98, 2000, or XP on your Mac) will use the Intel processor for better performance. The update will be free for current and future users. I think VirtualPC (a very expensive emulator made by Microsoft) and possibly other emulators, may have an Intel version in the future as well. Furthermore, Windows Vista (the next version of Windows), may run on Intel Mac computers directly. This version is rumored to use the new firmware present in Intel Macs.\n\nRegarding the screen size, that totally depends on your needs. Personally, I do some amateur image editing as well and I have a 12 inch screen. I think if you are a professional, the bigger the better.
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It will work on any Intel or Amd as long as it is a sse2 or sse3 instruction cabable. Also no apple intel restore disk for like iMac will work on your pc you must find the os on the web. I will not discuss where.
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a lot of crappy answers.\nno, you can't replace a Centrino (aka. Pentium M) processor with a Core Duo, because they have different sockets.\nthe Pentium M Centrino has a socket 478, while the Core Duo needs a socket M.
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Yes. There are a variety of software-based vector emulation programs such as Microsoft's Virtual PC for Mac. However, Intel is currently developing a new hardware-based vector emulation system that will allow you to load Linux, Windows, Mac, and BSD. During the boot sequence, there will be an option as to which operating system you want to boot from. I'm not sure when it will come out, but I would keep an eye out for it if I were you. Hope this information helps.
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Officially, Intel-based Macs doesn't support Classic. Unofficially though, you can run Classic with the aid of a PowerPC emulator such as SheepShaver.  Once SheepShaver has been configured, you'll be able to install Mac OS 9.2 or earlier and play Sim City 2000.\n\nI've found a tutorial that takes you through the steps:\nhttp://www.uneasysilence.com/archive/2006/08/7352/
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Performa?!!\n\nYou need a new computer.  A Performa is going to be far too slow to run OSX and probably couldn't handle the upgrades that you would need to run it.  \n\nYou'd need a new processor and new more ram.  Probably a new motherboard completely because you probably don't even have enough slots for your ram to upgrade it to where it would need to be to just run bare bones X.\n\nI have a performa 33Mhz and a G3 266.  Both are OLD and outdated...\n\nIt is time for you to buy a new computer. (If you want to run X)
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You need a Macintosh.