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I've got iMac early 2008. how can i update OSx to run new apps

I've got iMac early 2008. how can i update OSx to run new apps

iMac, OS X 10.11

Posted on Mar 28, 2021 7:23 PM

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Mar 28, 2021 7:38 PM in response to manashwi

manashwi Said:

"I've got iMac early 2008. how can i update OSx to run new apps"

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Run this Through a Virtual Machine:

You can using a Virtual Machine(VM) for this. Basically, it is (Windows-in-a-window). You would open items in it, and run the application right off of that. You would use the VM in its own window, while your Mac is running in the background.  WordPad and all would be accessed and would operate as desired on the VM. Virtual Machine applications include VMWare Fusion and ParallelsLearn more here: What Is a Virtual Machine? - VMWare Support.


Important Note:

For compatibility purposes, an older version of Virtual Machine software would be needed. Note that you would need older versions, and to come across those, you may need to be careful. So, contact the developer, seeing what you options are. Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop are two prime examples of software that are made for both Windows and Mac. So, contact the developer of your software, to see what your options are, or use their forums.

I've got iMac early 2008. how can i update OSx to run new apps

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