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    MP All Models Mac Vs Nvidia, Windows

    Hi everyone, Long-time Mac user here, supporting the ecosystem since 2009. I work in Digital Visual Effects and have been looking to dive deeper into Machine Learning and training workflows. Lately, though, it feels like Mac systems are falling behind Windows-based workstations when it comes...
    • aliaxos
    • Thread
    • apple imacpro mac pro mac studio nvidia windows
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Mac Pro
  2. Nic727

    How do I transfer music from my Windows PC to my iPhone?

    Hi, Since they changed iTunes to Apple Music on Windows PC, I have no idea how to transfer my music library from my PC to my phone. I have the Apple Device app too, but I'm not sure how it works. Looks like I can sync from my PC to my phone, but it wants to wipe everything from my phone first...
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    can't install java on windows on imac 2020

    Hello I have a problem with installing Java on Windows 10 on 27" 2020 iMac. CPU i9-10910. I downloaded Java 8 from java.com and when I open .exe file and allow to make changes in my device nothing happens. I tried to install Java 23 from oracle.com and I installed it, but when I searching...
  4. MiniApple

    Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C) (or Alternatives) on Windows

    Does the Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C) work on Windows 11? out of the box - at least for the basic move/swipe up and down, left and right as well as left and right click? If not, can you recommend an alternative that does?
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    (Noob) Advice on turning 2016MBP into Windows 10 Bootcamp machine for AoE2

    Hello, I've retired my old 2016 MBP and replaced it with a 2024 Mac for daily usage. I want to give my 2016MBP new life since security updates will be stopping soon for Monterey. I am thinking of installing Bootcamp, Windows 10, and steam, in order to play Age of Empires 2 definitive edition...
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    Running windows through Parallels Powerapps

    Hi all, I'm considering purchasing a high-end MacBook Pro for my accounting business. Most of the applications I use run directly in a web browser, so there's no significant difference between Mac and Windows for those. However, I also plan to use PowerApps, particularly Power BI, from time to...
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    Pro Display XDR drivers on PC

    Hello everyone ! :) I have a Windows 11 PC equipped with a Thunderbolt motherboard, which supports the bridge connection with my RTX 4090 (DisplayPort > Thunderbolt). My Apple Pro XDR display works, but I can't install the correct Apple drivers, despite my many retries... I followed, for...
  8. Edgecrusherr

    Parallels vs VMware Fusion (can we save money?)

    Intro So, with VMware Fusion Pro now being free, I wanted to do some testing to see if I can make the switch from Parallels, and save myself from having to renew my Parallels at the end of next month. I've been running Parallels on Appel Silicon since 2021, and VMware Fusion Player on Apple...
  9. anjanesh

    Connect to a remote Windows laptop at work on a private network

    I want to connect my MacBook Air M2 to my work laptop located in office via Microsoft Remote Desktop from home. Problem is that the work network is on a private network. Is it still possible to connect remotely via the internet ?
    • anjanesh
    • Thread
    • network private connection windows
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Networking
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    Windows games on macOS

    For those who want to play windows games or install programs that are available only for Windows on macOS I found the app Whisky that is based on Wine, but is free unlike Crossover, Parallels or VMWare Fusion.
  11. Rico Muerte

    VM Windows gaming on M series MBP? eGPU?

    Hi guys, So currently my 2 x daily machines are a 5,1 cMP (2 x 3.46, 64Gb, 580), & a 2012 non retina MBP (2.6 i7, 16Gb). Obviously both much older machines & limited as to what OS they can run natively. Ive been wanting to get a Windows machine for gaming & learning some modding/game making...I...
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    windows booting from flash/ext drive?

    From my late 2009 macMin, i want to ask if its possible to boot into windows, but not having Windows on the system drive... i want to have them on a flash disk or an external drive... is this possible?
  13. Alvin777

    Has Anyone Booted a Windows 10 USB Installer on an Intel Mac?

    Hi Apple friends, my Windows 10 Boot Camp's Recovery Mode won't work, I'll need a USB windows installer to hopefully fix things. Rufus didn't work. BalenaEtcher didn't work as well in creating a bootale windows 10 USB installer with tools to fix Windows 10. Has anyone successfully booted a USB...
    • Alvin777
    • Thread
    • boot camp rufus windows
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: iMac
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    iCloud Problem with activating Advanced Data Protection because of Win-iTunes?

    Hello! After I have remove my last old iOS-devices from my account I wanted to activate the Advanced Data Protection. Unfortunately Apples system tells me I need to upgrade two Windows devices before I can finish the activation. What I do not understand is, that I use the lates iTunes version...
  15. zectby

    Macbook Air 2012 Bootcamp

    Hey , thank you for your help. I have an old Macbook Air (2012) from my childhood. But i dont remember the passwords of MacOS or Bootcamp. I tried the recovery but it couldn’t download the software for resetup because there isn’t enough space. But i also can not delete the Bootcamp to have more...
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    MacBook5,1 - Display hangs on frame before bootmgr loads

    So I was just using Rufus to make a bootable UEFI:NTFS Windows 11 USB, and the display refused to respond, but the backlight was fine. Any way to fix this? I might need help from @tsialex for any BootROM related issues.
    • dumbpartition
    • Thread
    • boot rom display geforce 9400m mac macbook51 windows
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: MacBook
  17. supergaia

    is there a way to protect an exFat partition files to be overwritten ?

    Hi I have an external hard disk , and i have created an exFat partition and a folder called audio with only audio files , mp3 and aac I created this partition exFAT just because I want to share with windows in windows it 's pretty easy , i can select all of them and set them read only , but i...
    • supergaia
    • Thread
    • exfat macos partition read only windows
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: macOS
  18. macduke

    RAM: Apple Silicon 8GB = 16GB Intel in Topaz AI?

    I was looking at the system requirements for Topaz AI because I haven't upgraded to the newer versions and was curious if they have a build now for Apple Silicon as I have a 14" M3 Max 16/40 64GB on order. I'm looking to upgrade some of my professional tools to avoid the performance impact of...
  19. MiniApple

    Resolved iMac (M1 or M3) - secondary ussage as a monitor for Windows PC?

    Thinking about getting an iMac M1 or M3 for my daily office/web usage and was wondering since the monitor is so good: Can I use the M1 or M3 iMac also as a monitor for my Windows PC and what would be required? Quick search didn't show me anything useful, mostly only how to use it with...
    • MiniApple
    • Thread
    • apple silicon gaming apple silicon m1 gaming gaming pc monitor windows
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: iMac
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    How to Read and write APFS formatted HDD on Windows computer

    Anyone knows how to read and write APFS formatted external HDD when connected to Windows 11 / 10 system.
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