Apple's proper stance for PC emulation?
Now that Microsoft owns VirtualPC, a lot of people are calling for Apple to create a PC-compatible environment similar to Classic in Mac OS X.
My question is: would that discourage third-party developers from developing for the Mac OS? What would happen if PC emulation was so easy that someone like Quark or Macromedia said, "we're no longer developing for Mac. Mac users can just use the Windows version under emulation."
This could possibly erode developer support, make the Mac seem slower than it is, and detract from the legendary Mac 'ease of use'. So is out-of-the-box PC emulation worth the potential risk?
My question is: would that discourage third-party developers from developing for the Mac OS? What would happen if PC emulation was so easy that someone like Quark or Macromedia said, "we're no longer developing for Mac. Mac users can just use the Windows version under emulation."
This could possibly erode developer support, make the Mac seem slower than it is, and detract from the legendary Mac 'ease of use'. So is out-of-the-box PC emulation worth the potential risk?
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If they decided to stop developing for the Mac, they'd suggest you buy a PC instead of trying to run their software in emulation. When companies like that stop developing for the mac, the platform will be no more.
Besides, as discussed in other threads, Microsoft's Mac Business Unit is in charge of further development of Virtual PC. They have already stated that they intend on continuing development on the product.
[quote] If they decided to stop developing for the Mac, they'd suggest you buy a PC instead <hr></blockquote>
You say that KNOWING that Quark's VP (VP, right?) said exactly THAT when asked about their plans for an OS X version of their product?