Mac Computers (Troubleshooting)

The software we use to distribute our eBooks is Windows based and at this time does not run on Mac computers.

We’re looking for a better solution for Mac users but until then please try some of these alternative options below. If you have any tips please leave a comment.

Options to Have Windows applications Run on Your Mac

1. Mac OS X Windows Compatibility (Boot Camp)

Have a Windows application you need to use once in a while? No problem. Every new Mac lets you install and run Windows at native speeds, using a built-in utility called Boot Camp.

Setup is simple and safe for your Mac files. After you’ve completed the installation, you can boot up your Mac using either Mac OS X or Windows. (That’s why it’s called Boot Camp.) Or if you want to run Windows and Mac applications at the same time — without rebooting — you can install Windows using VMware or Parallels software.*

When installing windows with Boot Camp, you can only run on one OS at a time. Boot Camp is included in the MAC OS X 10.5 and later. To install Windows using Boot Camp, you must have a RETAIL (not OEM) version of Windows XP SP 2 or Windows Vista; and a WIRED keyboard and mouse.
Boot Camp Setup manual: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/Boot_Camp_Install-Setup.pdf

2. CrossOver (Free Trial, NO Windows Install Required)

Our flagship Windows-to-Macintosh compatibility tool. You can think of it as an emulator, but CrossOver’s different, because there’s no Windows OS license required. Intended for Intel Mac OS X machines, CrossOver Mac allows Apple users to run their favorite Windows applications seamlessly on their Mac. Windows files can be opened directly within your file browser, or from email attachments. It’s like running Windows on your Mac, but without Windows. No rebooting, no switching to a virtual machine, and no Windows Operating System license required!

3. Wine (Advanced)

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