It is possible, however it is not legal in the US, which is where compsci's server is located, and thus we cannot discuss it.
A bit of googling couldn't hurt though
Computer Science Canada Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
| Author: | SS1389 [ Wed Dec 01, 2010 9:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Wed Dec 01, 2010 9:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Yes. You can install any operating system you like through Bootcamp. Bootcamp is essentially just a program on Mac for partitioning the hard drive and I think it's also the boot loader on Mac. It doesn't limit the OS you can install. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Wed Dec 01, 2010 11:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Is the 21.5' much smaller than the 27'? |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Wed Dec 01, 2010 11:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Is it possible to install Mac on a computer built for Windows (I mean is there a good tutorial for doing so?) |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 12:25 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
It is possible, however it is not legal in the US, which is where compsci's server is located, and thus we cannot discuss it. A bit of googling couldn't hurt though |
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| Author: | mirhagk [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 12:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Insectoid @ Thu Dec 02, 2010 12:25 am wrote: It is possible, however it is not legal in the US, which is where compsci's server is located, and thus we cannot discuss it.
A bit of googling couldn't hurt though wait... sorry this is off topic, but this is located in the US. Kinda funny that the computer science canada forum, with .ca is located in the US. Like do they pay for an online server, or is there a specific server somewhere that is compsci's? You'd think that this would be hosted at UWaterloo or something. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 2:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
The physical server that Dan owns (I think) which runs Comsci.ca, IRC, occasionally DWITE, and the wiki (possibly more) is located in the USA. Dan has his reasons for hosting it there (which I do not fully understand) but this is the case. |
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| Author: | Dan [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 5:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Insectoid @ 2nd December 2010, 2:04 pm wrote: The physical server that Dan owns (I think) which runs Comsci.ca, IRC, occasionally DWITE, and the wiki (possibly more) is located in the USA.
We rent two physical servers in data centers in the USA for CompSci.ca, dwite.org, and serveral other computer science and open source realted projects. We have also been using the amazon cloud for dwite.org during contest rounds. Insectoid wrote: Dan has his reasons for hosting it there (which I do not fully understand) but this is the case. Mostly cost. Bandwith and the cost to rent a server in a quality data center are much cheaper in the USA then in Canada. I have had plans to research and move to datacenters in the toronto or waterloo/kitchern area however it would be some what of a undertaking to move everything. Also we are considering if moving everything to the amazon cloud would be a better idea which is in part why we have been expermenting with it for DWITE. The cloud lets us scale our resources to meet demand and deal with DDoS attacks (which have been an issue for DWITE in the past) easily tho the cost maybe slightily higher then our current servers. mirhagk wrote: Like do they pay for an online server, or is there a specific server somewhere that is compsci's? Both, we pay to rent out two pysical servers in two diffrent data centers in the US. mirhagk wrote: You'd think that this would be hosted at UWaterloo or something. If Waterloo wanted to give us a full server in their data center we would, but that seems rather unliekly. I could proably get shared or VPS hosting from Lakehead but that proably would not stand up to demand placed on it from DWITE. |
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| Author: | Amailer [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 5:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Doesn't make it any less of a Canadian site 
And dedicated server hosting prices in Canada are far more expensive than what you can get in America. Would be cool if a university would donate some server space though  |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 5:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I always thought DWITE ran from Dan's basement... It seems that everything Mac-related which I can think of is illegal... |
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| Author: | Dan [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 6:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ 2nd December 2010, 5:56 pm wrote: I always thought DWITE ran from Dan's basement...
DWITE has a front end and a back end. The front end (the website and submssion system) runs either on the CompSci.ca servers or the amazon cloud and the back end (the automated judge) runs on a 8 core, 8GB ram PC located in my basement. The judge porgram it's self auctualy is ran in a virutal machine so submssion can not affect my PC. We are also capable of running multipe copies of the judge so the back end PC is noramly running at least 3 judging VMs, but can be scaled up to many more when needed. Also my basement is a bit better equipt then your average basement, i have a 60 minute uninterruptible power supply and both a 25Mbps and 7Mbps connection which use diffrent ISPs and diffrent connection tehcnoglies (so at least one should allways be working, tho i have had my home connection DDoSed before). Quote: It seems that everything Mac-related which I can think of is illegal... The rules of the site just say you can't help peoleop break US copy right law. Talking about and helping poeleop boot a legal copy of windows on a Mac is fine, however showing or telling some one how to boot OS X on a PC is not. You can tell them to just google it as their are many guides out their (just don't link directly to them). |
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| Author: | TheGuardian001 [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 6:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun wrote: It seems that everything Mac-related which I can think of is illegal... Welcome to the wonderful world of Apple. Their entire company is designed around you using their products for everything. Apple Computers run Apple Systems that run Apple Software that lets you use Apple Hardware and may god have mercy on your soul if you think about replacing any part of that with something non-Apple. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 1:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Apple is a monopoly. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 1:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
shame there aren't any third party software options, and you can't use any third party peripherals. DAMN YOU STEVE JOBS! |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 2:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
No 3rd party peripherals? Explain please. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 2:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
wtd @ Sat Dec 11, 2010 1:44 pm wrote: shame there aren't any third party software options, and you can't use any third party peripherals.
That is why NeXT (owned by Steve Jobs) failed when it tried to monopolize: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NeXT and had to switch to software only...DAMN YOU STEVE JOBS! |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 2:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Do you guys think now would be a good time to buy a Mac? |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 3:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Sat Dec 11, 2010 2:57 pm wrote: Do you guys think now would be a good time to buy a Mac? No, too overpriced for something with mediocre specs (unless you want the 12-core)...I would recommend the not-so-discussable way (windows/linux comp + virtual machine )
Try Windows 7...you will get better specs for a lower price... |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 4:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
wtd @ Sat Dec 11, 2010 1:44 pm wrote: shame there aren't any third party software options, and you can't use any third party peripherals.
Sarcasm?DAMN YOU STEVE JOBS! |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 4:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Oh, it makes sense now. Thanks andrew. Sarcasm doesn't communicate well over the intertubes. |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 9:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Sat Dec 11, 2010 2:57 pm wrote: Do you guys think now would be a good time to buy a Mac? Well, Apple usually updates it's lineup of Macs anually (most of the time in October). So if you're fine with buying a computer now, only to find out a better one for the same price comes out in a few months, then you should get it.
Also keep in mind that although you can get a Windows computer with the same specs for cheaper, the extra money goes into the build quality and the OS among other things, and is worth it IMO. So if you don't mind paying some extra money and you think OS X suits your needs, then go for the Mac. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sat Dec 11, 2010 9:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Thanks alot guys. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Sun Dec 12, 2010 2:54 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
andrew. @ Sun Dec 12, 2010 10:37 am wrote: [\\keep in mind that although you can get a Windows computer with the same specs for cheaper
Can you? Maybe if you cherry pick the specs you're comparing. That's where everyone else excels, though: they give you a million and one options. Let me pose this challenge: find me a 13" Windows notebook that weighs 4.5 pounds (or less), gets 10 hours (or more) of battery life, has a fast dual core processor, dedicated graphics (or at least equivalent of the Nvidia 320M in the Apple), 4GB of RAM (and supports up to 8GB) and costs less than $1249CAD. You could show me the Sony VAIO Z which is about as close as you'll get, but then you also need to hand me $650 and another $300 for another battery so I can get 10 hours of battery life. $950 is a big price premium. |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Sun Dec 12, 2010 11:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I said that you could find a Windows computer with the same specs for cheaper. I didn't say the same form factor, quality, battery life. That's why I said that the extra money goes into the build quality of the computer and other things... Edit: I would like to show you the Samsung QX410. It's only $900 and has an i5, switchable graphics (I believe the discrete card is 310m), 7 hour battery life, aluminum body, weighs 4.7 lbs, and 640GB hard drive. Comparable to the 13" MBP in my opinion, and cheaper too. However, like I said before, when you buy the MBP, you're paying extra for the superior build quality, better battery life, OS X, etc. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Sun Dec 12, 2010 1:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Things like weight and battery life are specifications. Some of the most important. That the majority of the buying public ignores them does not invalidate them. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sun Dec 12, 2010 2:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Any recommendations for video editing software for Windows XP? My Windows Movie Maker has been behaving strangely lately.. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Sun Dec 12, 2010 3:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
andrew, I'd like to mention that OSX is actually a lot cheaper than Windows. Unless PC retailers are offering Windows for free with the hardware (Usually it's incorporated into the price) you can't really include OSX in the cost comparison. |
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| Author: | Tony [ Sun Dec 12, 2010 5:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
pre-packaged software introduces interesting (and by that I mean complicated) economics, to price comparisons. Standalone complete Windows 7 retails for $320. Standalone complete OSX Snow Leopard is $29. Although Snow Leopard is widely considered to be an upgrade to Leopard, which originally retailed at $165. Still, that is about half of what Windows 7 costs. But this is where things get interesting, as one is still paying a premium for OSX, but perhaps not in an intuitive way. Instead of paying to "upgrade" to OSX, one offered discounts to "downgrade" their Windows experience. By that I mean taking a subset of an operating system -- there are 6 versions of Win7, with features being locked out until an upgrade step is purchased http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_7_editionsAdditionally retailers or distributors roll in their own adware, to supplement the costs. You know that pile of pre-installed trial software that pollutes the desktop? There's money in that. So there are some negative dollar values at play here. Some machines are cheaper because you get a discount to put up with more crap. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sun Dec 12, 2010 5:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Sun Dec 12, 2010 2:42 pm wrote: Any recommendations for video editing software for Windows XP? My Windows Movie Maker has been behaving strangely lately..
So...... |
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| Author: | wtd [ Mon Dec 13, 2010 12:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Premiere Elements is pretty decent. |
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| Author: | [Gandalf] [ Mon Dec 13, 2010 12:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ 2010-12-11, 3:15 pm wrote: I would recommend the not-so-discussable way (windows/linux comp + virtual machine
)Is this a "not-so-discussable" way? Running an OS in a VM is the best way of doing many things; security, VPS.. These things are pretty widely accepted, so I'm curious if there really is something to hide here... |
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| Author: | Dan [ Mon Dec 13, 2010 12:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Gandalf @ 13th December 2010, 12:46 pm wrote: ProgrammingFun @ 2010-12-11, 3:15 pm wrote: I would recommend the not-so-discussable way (windows/linux comp + virtual machine
)Is this a "not-so-discussable" way? Running an OS in a VM is the best way of doing many things; security, VPS.. These things are pretty widely accepted, so I'm curious if there really is something to hide here... It sounds like he is sugesting running OSX in a VM. Well simply giving that sugeston does not break the rules, detials on how to run OSX in a VM would be as it violates the DMCA. Detials on running Windows, Linux and others in a VM are ok as they allow it and do not have digital locks trying and pervent it. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 8:53 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I've been considering on getting an iMac lately, the 21.5 inch i3 model, but I'm not sure if i3 is powerful enough and I've heard some stories about the screen. Apparently dust can easily lodge into it. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 8:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I've never used an iMac extensively, though when I did I can't say I was a huge fan of it. I didn't like how the OS translated to the desktop, and honestly, I prefer my desktop to be easily upgradeable. Buying a whole new computer when your hardware gets old sucks, and I'd rather just throw in a new RAM chip and video card. Most laptops aren't significantly upgradeable, so why not get a decent one with a great OS? |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 9:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Tue Dec 14, 2010 8:53 pm wrote: I've been considering on getting an iMac lately, the 21.5 inch i3 model, but I'm not sure if i3 is powerful enough and I've heard some stories about the screen. Apparently dust can easily lodge into it. What is it clocked at?
i3 is pretty powerful...I have a friend who plays Crysis @ max settings on it (but that relates more to GPU and I guess Crysis shouldn't be used as a benchmarking test) |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 9:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
The iMac? It has an i3 processor and it's clocked at 3.06 GHz. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 9:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Tue Dec 14, 2010 9:12 pm wrote: The iMac? It has an i3 processor and it's clocked at 3.06 GHz. And why do you think it is not strong enough? What do you want to do? |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 9:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I was just wondering if there's that much of a gap between the i3 and i.e. the i5. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 9:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Tue Dec 14, 2010 9:23 pm wrote: I was just wondering if there's that much of a gap between the i3 and i.e. the i5. I can't really comment on that but I have a i5 and the usage never went above 5% MAX... |
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| Author: | wtd [ Tue Dec 14, 2010 10:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Insectoid @ Wed Dec 15, 2010 9:57 am wrote: I prefer my desktop to be easily upgradeable. Buying a whole new computer when your hardware gets old sucks, and I'd rather just throw in a new RAM chip and video card.
You know, that just falls apart too often anymore. Sockets change, older types of RAM get more expensive as economies of scale kick in... It's cruel. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Wed Dec 15, 2010 10:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I think it's safe to assume that unless you're upgrading the processor, a 5-year old computer will take most upgrades. My 10 year old P4 still takes most RAM (enough to upgrade to at least 8gb for little cost) and most video cards. Unless you plan on having a hardcore gaming machine (which, if you're buying a mac, you aren't) upgrading will be relatively cheap, easy and rewarding. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Wed Dec 15, 2010 2:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Really? I've had no luck finding 2GB DDR DIMMs, and even the 1GB DIMMs are quite expensive compared to DDR2 or DDR3. You'd need 8 slots on your motherboard to upgrade to 8GB, and then your P4 is 32-bit, so it wouldn't do you any good. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Wed Dec 15, 2010 4:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I could *fit* 8gb on it. My local shop mostly services older machines (that's what most people here tend to have) so they keep a lot of DDR in stock. Indeed, 2gb chips aren't common, but they exist. My mobo also has 4 slots. Would I bother upgrading this machine? No. But I could. I figure, I'd rather buy a machine and replace parts over time than buy a new computer every few years. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Wed Dec 15, 2010 6:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
When I look at it, I see spending likely $400-500 on DDR RAM, or an AGP video card that's worth a damn on Craigslist, and I think... What's the point? For that much, I might as well start from scratch. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Wed Dec 15, 2010 8:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I've heard some stories about the screen (of the iMac) . . . . |
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| Author: | wtd [ Wed Dec 15, 2010 9:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Oh? |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 16, 2010 7:42 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Here...just for those who want to buy an iMac... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 16, 2010 4:53 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Tr?s interessant.... |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 16, 2010 5:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
lol...this board doesn't appreciate fran?ais |
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| Author: | TheGuardian001 [ Thu Dec 16, 2010 6:18 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
This board doesn't appreciate unicode of any kind (see the "how often do you look at your keyboard" thread.) |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 16, 2010 6:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
TheGuardian001 @ Thu Dec 16, 2010 6:18 pm wrote: This board doesn't appreciate unicode of any kind (see the "how often do you look at your keyboard" thread.) I know...I was referring to that thread... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 12:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Anyhow, when I was referring to screen issues, I was talking about dust easily lodging into the screen of the iMac. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 2:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Not an issue. The glass sheet that overlays the screen forms a nice tight seal. If there's dust inside when the glass is put on, it's not coming out, but should that occur, it's easy to fix with a pair of suction cups, some white gloves and a silicone roller. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 2:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
That's good to hear. Any desktop recommendations for <= $1200? |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 2:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Build one yourself. For $1200 you can get the same hardware that a big-name vendor will sell you for $3000. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 2:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Insectoid @ Fri Dec 17, 2010 2:51 pm wrote: Build one yourself. For $1200 you can get the same hardware that a big-name vendor will sell you for $3000. ...if you know how to and are prepared to face some hardware/driver problems in the future |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 2:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
It really isn't hard to do at all. There's numerous tutorials available that tell you all you need to know. Drivers shouldn't ever be an issue because the hardware should come with a CD with the driver for that piece. If not, it's available on the manufacturer's website. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 5:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I'm too lazy to build one, just wanna find a good one to buy. |
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| Author: | DemonWasp [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 7:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
In my experience, buying a good machine from a vendor is about as hard as buying a (much better) one in parts. Granted, I've done this about five times now so it's getting a little bit routine, but it wasn't particularly hard the first or second time. If you want a powerful desktop that's relatively cheap, go buy an Ubuntu-powered one at system76.com. If you need Windows, Dell isn't a bad choice (not a good one either). |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 7:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I agree with DemonWasp. If you're as picky as me, it will be hard to find a perfect one. You're best bet would be to buy the parts from places like canadacomputers, tigerdirect, or ncix and build it yourself. That way you save a lot of money and you get exacty what you want. Also, there are no more hardware/driver problems on custom PCs than there are on factory built PCs. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 17, 2010 9:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Haha, thanks guys 
I'm confirmed to be getting an iMac, it's just that there are rumours of a new one coming soon in the new year. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Sat Dec 18, 2010 8:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Fri Dec 17, 2010 9:40 pm wrote: Haha, thanks guys
I'm confirmed to be getting an iMac, it's just that there are rumours of a new one coming soon in the new year. Hey...I told u that 
I would recommend that you wait for the new one  |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sat Dec 18, 2010 2:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Yeah
I'm probably not gonna get the newer one with the bigger screen, but I might wait because once the new one comes out, the prices of the old ones will drop (21.5 iMac 3.20 GHz) . |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Sat Dec 18, 2010 10:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Apple also normally updates the models and keeps the same prices. So you could probably get an updated iMac next year for the same price you can get one now. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 6:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
So you're saying that even after the release, the prices of the one I want will still be the same? Should I buy now? Also, do you guys have any cell phone recommendations? I wouldn't use a phone that much, but I don't want it to be too cheap either. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 8:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I suppose that when the new macs get released, your local store may offer a discount on the old ones (because who'd buy a last-gen mac when the new one is the same price?). I'd wait and see what's going to happen. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 9:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Sounds good. Any ideas as to when iWork '11 might be released? |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 9:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Sun Dec 19, 2010 6:02 pm wrote: So you're saying that even after the release, the prices of the one I want will still be the same? Should I buy now?
No, I mean that when the new ones come out, they will replace the current ones, but will likely be the same price.
SS1389 @ Sun Dec 19, 2010 9:20 pm wrote: Sounds good. Any ideas as to when iWork '11 might be released? I can't really say when iWork will be released, but I wanted to just point out a couple things I found from my experiences with it. First, the .pages and other file formats are not viewable in Windows/Linux. You must have a Mac. Secondly, Pages is a great app for laying out things, but it lacks a decent spelling/grammar checker so it may not be very useful in writing essays and such. Thirdly, .docx importing is somewhat flaky in that it doesn't always get the formatting and layout of the documents. Same goes with pptx and xlsx files. However, while iWork has these faults, Keynote blows Powerpoint out of the water! Keynote is the sole reason I would purchase iWork. It's that amazing. It's very easy to create professional-looking presentations easily. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 10:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
You have a Mac? |
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| Author: | wtd [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 11:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
If iWork doesn't float your boat, then just buy Office 2011. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 12:08 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
As far as I know, OpenOffice has all the features of Office. I don't know what iWork ships with, though most of what you need will be in OpenOffice. It's chuggy, but it's free. |
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| Author: | DemonWasp [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 1:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
And then there's LibreOffice, a branch of OpenOffice. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 10:53 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Thanks very much guys, but I think I'll go with iWork  |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 6:35 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Ok, so, I'll be ordering my iMac soon online...and I am just wondering how the student discount process goes. Is all you enter your province and your school? I've been hearing from here that Apple doesn't check that you're actually a student anymore.. |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 6:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Sun Dec 19, 2010 10:32 pm wrote: You have a Mac? Yes I have a Mac, but I recently made the switch back to Windows. I now use a Vaio Z1390S as my primary computer. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 6:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
andrew. @ Mon Dec 20, 2010 6:37 pm wrote: Yes I have a Mac, but I recently made the switch back to Windows.
@SS1389: You should too  |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 7:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
BWAHAHAHAHA In your dreams Mr. O |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 8:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Mon Dec 20, 2010 7:58 pm wrote: BWAHAHAHAHA In your dreams Mr. O If I remember correctly, EC OLAH ran on Windows 
I was just teasing you Mr. D |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 8:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Haha
I see what you did there. But really, I'm going over to the light side....the Mac side!! |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Wed Dec 22, 2010 12:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
What is a good virtual machine for Windows? I have tried VMWare but I do not like the fact that it is always running on startup (has to be disabled in MSConfig)... I am reluctant to try VirtualBox because I have heard of BSODs when it is used on Win7 64-bit (their own site confirms that)... Is there any other one which is good? |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Wed Dec 22, 2010 6:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I don't know about Windows, but on Mac, my favourite was VMWare Fusion. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Wed Dec 22, 2010 7:01 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I am of the opinion that VMs are pretty useless unless you have the hardware to run it efficiently. I haven't heard an argument that could convince me that there is a need for them (unless you're running an online programming contest judge, in which case you're treading a fine line). Then again, I haven't discussed it much. I'd rather have a second partition to try out other OSes or an extra cheap laptop. EDIT: Awesome, I'm a leet programmer now. Unfortunately I'm no longer a God. ~500 more posts to resume omnipotency! |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Wed Dec 22, 2010 7:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I want a virtual machine because I want to run an OS on top of my new, one-partition laptop with as little steps as possible... BTW, its a gaming laptop so I think it can handle it (at least I hope so...) |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 9:44 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Perhaps Mac OS X? |
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| Author: | DemonWasp [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:00 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ Wed Dec 22, 2010 7:04 pm wrote: ...gaming laptop...
SS1389 @ Thu Dec 23, 2010 9:44 am wrote: Mac OS X?
You've earned yourself a look of disapproval. ProgrammingFun, which operating systems did you want to run? You should probably be (made) aware that running games on an OS inside a VM isn't really an option right now. Few VMs support much in the way of graphics acceleration, and those that do are either expensive, not particularly fast, or both. At least, that's what I found when I last looked into this. I too got tired of Windows flaking out every few days. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:32 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I do not want to run games inside a VM, my point was that my compter has enough specs (IMO) to be able to run another OS inside a VM... I want to somehow get my hands on Google Chrome OS to try inside a VM (it is not officially available for download but I hope it isn't illegal to download otherwise [it is supposed to be open-source]) I also might try running OSX inside it but that has too much legal stuff associated with it to be tried or discussed here... and DemonWasp gets a look of approval for giving SS1389 a look of disapproval |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:10 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Hm......interesting... When I said Mac OS X, I was referring to using that on the virtual machine, not gaming on it.... DemonWasp, you deserve a kick of disapproval for giving me a look of disapproval and PF doesn't even deserve a look  |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:10 am wrote: Hm......interesting...
Why don't I deserve anything? No cake either? When I said Mac OS X, I was referring to using that on the virtual machine, not gaming on it.... DemonWasp, you deserve a kick of disapproval for giving me a look of disapproval and PF doesn't even deserve a look |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
 Okay, you can have the frosting... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 9:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
So....about the software for the Mac, is there pirated software? http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080303213800AAhrQU0 ? Also, I heard from a friend that Mac checks your registry each time you run it and kills all the pirated programs... |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 9:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
And I heard that Mac doesn't have a registry... And pirated software...another reason why Windows pwns! |
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| Author: | jcollins1991 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 9:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
LOL OSX doesn't do anything like that, I've run pirated stuff before, though the yahoo post is true (I eventually went out and bought the software I'd downloaded XD)... And really there's no reason to really need pirated software, it's not that expensive to buy most software (unless it's some crazy stuff meant for professionals)... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 9:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
LOL thanks Yeah, I'll be needing those kind of things . . . . what's the MSOffice equivalent for Mac? |
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| Author: | wtd [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Fri Dec 24, 2010 10:51 am wrote: what's the MSOffice equivalent for Mac?
Ummm... Microsoft Office? |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Yeah. It's Office for Mac right? Do you if there is a trustworthy pirated version of it? |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:48 pm wrote: Yeah. It's Office for Mac right? Do you if there is a trustworthy pirated version of it? I know a place...a place where all you pirated Windows + Mac + Linux (Linux is less likely) dreams will come true
I'll PM you about it...when you ask me to  |
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| Author: | jcollins1991 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Just download openoffice or use textedit... Or download LaTeX |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Thanks for the suggestions. Office for Mac is just more favourable for me. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 9:10 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:11 pm wrote: Thanks for the suggestions. Office for Mac is just more favourable for me. I thought you wanted iWork... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 10:36 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
After reading some reviews, I think I'll go with Office For Mac...lol take a bit of Windows with me when I move. |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 2:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I wanted to clear some stuff up: 1. OS X doesn't have a registry like Windows. I don't see how that's a bad thing. 2. Like pretty much all other operating systems, it is possible to pirate software for Mac. I wouldn't recommend it though because like on Windows, apps may phone home and stuff. 3. IMO, Office 2011 for Mac is well worth the money. Also, if you're in university, you may get a discount. I bought Office 2011 Academic (basically the full version at a discounted price) for $90. I'd recommend Office 2011 over iWork and OO for Mac. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 2:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
1. No, it's a really good thing. I ran into a problem with Windows earlier regarding the registry, so I'm eager to switch to Mac and not run into those ever again. 2. True, but the software is too pricey for its functionality. 3. Thanks for all your tips. Helped me decide a lot of things. Also, could you PM me a link to download Office for Mac for free (reliable please)? And ScreenFlow?  |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 2:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I already did...you just have to learn to trust it... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 2:53 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Sorry, which post are you responding to? Remember to use the quote next time. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 3:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Thanks for all the posts guys. I finally found ScreenFlow and Office for Mac free downloads. They can be found at CNET, in case anyone else happens to read over this and gets interested. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 3:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Fri Dec 24, 2010 3:26 pm wrote: Thanks for all the posts guys. I finally found ScreenFlow and Office for Mac free downloads. They can be found at CNET, in case anyone else happens to read over this and gets interested. Are you sure those aren't trials? CNET would not give pirated software... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 4:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
That's what I thought, but there was no "trial" beside it, like with other websites I saw so...we'll see. I also got some other links, so in the event that it doesn't work, I'll be covered. LOL The big bucks goes into the hardware, and no money is spent for the software (except bandwidth..). |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 6:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
You are paying for the OSX that comes pre-installed with the hardware |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 6:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
What about upgrades? |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 8:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Upgrades are dirt-cheap. Leopard to Snow Leopard is ~$45. I dunno how much upgrading to Lion will be, but I suspect it will be more since it's a 'feature' OS upgrade and not a 'Security/stability' OS upgrade. Also, Lion looks lame. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 24, 2010 9:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Good to hear. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 2:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
lol, time for Mac and Linux to join the party! |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 2:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
And everything goes tumbling down.... Also, PF, check your inbox |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Wed Dec 29, 2010 11:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Insectoid @ Fri Dec 24, 2010 8:02 pm wrote: Upgrades are dirt-cheap. Leopard to Snow Leopard is ~$45. I dunno how much upgrading to Lion will be, but I suspect it will be more since it's a 'feature' OS upgrade and not a 'Security/stability' OS upgrade. Also, Lion looks lame. I think Snow Leopard was $30. Also, I agree, Lion is lame. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Wed Dec 29, 2010 12:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
It doesn't take a security expert to know this was coming, ProgrammingFun. I've expected it for a while. OSX has become far, far more popular in the last four or five years. Also, McAfee is the pimple on the butt of the computer security collective. When they can write an antimalware that doesn't take half your computer's resources, I'll start taking them seriously. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Wed Dec 29, 2010 12:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Insectoid @ Wed Dec 29, 2010 12:23 pm wrote: It doesn't take a security expert to know this was coming, ProgrammingFun. I've expected it for a while. OSX has become far, far more popular in the last four or five years.
I was expecting this as well but though it would be fun to point out that people who make money off of this are finally waking up... Insectoid @ Wed Dec 29, 2010 12:23 pm wrote: It Also, McAfee is the pimple on the butt of the computer security collective. When they can write an antimalware that doesn't take half your computer's resources, I'll start taking them seriously. I would agree with that; I think the same way about them and Symantec/Norton... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 11:18 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I'm currently using McAfee. |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 11:28 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I'm suggesting you download Avast! and cancel your overpriced McAfee subscription. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 1:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Insectoid @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 11:28 am wrote: overpriced McAfee subscription. Unless it is pirated or came with the computer....
I used to use paid antiviruses on various OSes (namely Windows) but then I discovered that Microsoft Security Essentials actually isn't that bad....I have no idea about Mac anymore tho.... |
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| Author: | Sur_real [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 2:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 1:41 pm wrote: Insectoid @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 11:28 am wrote: overpriced McAfee subscription. Unless it is pirated or came with the computer....
I used to use paid antiviruses on various OSes (namely Windows) but then I discovered that Microsoft Security Essentials actually isn't that bad....I have no idea about Mac anymore tho.... I agree...Microsoft Security Essentials is pretty good and I'm using it now. It's free and it works |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 3:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 1:41 pm wrote: Insectoid @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 11:28 am wrote: overpriced McAfee subscription. Unless it is pirated or came with the computer....
I used to use paid antiviruses on various OSes (namely Windows) but then I discovered that Microsoft Security Essentials actually isn't that bad....I have no idea about Mac anymore tho.... It came with the computer..yes, it's free and it definitely works. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 6:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 3:11 pm wrote: It came with the computer..yes, it's free and it definitely works. You can't tell that it works unless you infected you computer with a major virus and it managed to remove it... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 8:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 6:15 pm wrote: SS1389 @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 3:11 pm wrote: It came with the computer..yes, it's free and it definitely works. You can't tell that it works unless you infected you computer with a major virus and it managed to remove it...That's exactly what happened.  |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 8:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
You just got you Mac and you infected it??? Wow... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
no No NO. I haven't gotten a Mac, and it was a long long time ago. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:02 pm wrote: no No NO.
My bad...I was assuming you had bought it by now (since you were asking for Mac software)...I haven't gotten a Mac, and it was a long long time ago. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:05 pm wrote: SS1389 @ Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:02 pm wrote: no No NO.
My bad...I was assuming you had bought it by now (since you were asking for Mac software)...I haven't gotten a Mac, and it was a long long time ago. Ah, I might've accidentally confused you a bit there. I got a new laptop and I plan on waiting a while. We'll see what happens with the Mac lineup and prices. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Sun Jan 02, 2011 10:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
@SS1389: Oh ic, my bad
@Dan/Tony: How do you get the funds for pay for all of the sites which you run? I doubt the ads generate that much money... |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Mon Jan 10, 2011 4:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
I was wondering that too.... |
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| Author: | Tony [ Mon Jan 10, 2011 5:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
ProgrammingFun @ Sun Jan 02, 2011 10:28 pm wrote: @Dan/Tony: How do you get the funds for pay for all of the sites which you run? I doubt the ads generate that much money...
It's a mix of ads and personal investments. Keep in mind that we have dedicated hardware that is shared among the different projects, and it's paid for in advance. It's cheaper to buy in bulk |
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| Author: | 2goto1 [ Mon Jan 10, 2011 5:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
If so, it's a shame that no school boards are funding any aspect of the site such as hosting, since there are many educational resources that the site provides. |
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| Author: | Tony [ Mon Jan 10, 2011 5:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Well, school boards have no money (budget cuts cancelling CS classes as it is), and high school students don't spend money online... We've got runway to keep going though. But if you have better ideas, feel free to PM me with suggestions. |
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| Author: | SS1389 [ Sat Mar 12, 2011 5:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
Is the computer lab good? |
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| Author: | Insectoid [ Sat Mar 12, 2011 8:16 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is it possible to run Windows 7 via BootCamp on an iMac? |
SS1389 @ Sat Mar 12, 2011 5:33 pm wrote: Is the computer lab good?
What? |
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