Apple Computer Inc. on Wednesday unveiled the new Beta version of its "Boot Camp" software that allows Intel-based Macs to run Microsoft Corp.’s Windows XP software.
This means that users can now have both the look and function of Macs, with the versatility of a Windows operating system.
With the new software installed, users have flexibility between Mac and Windows.Boot Camp is for those people who need to intermittently run programs or access services that are not available on the Mac. Apple is not promoting or bundling Windows.
Boot Camp makes it easier to install Windows software on an Intel-based Mac, with a step-by-step guide. It also lets users choose to use either Mac OS X software, or the Windows software when they restart their computer. Users can download the new Boot Camp software from Apple’s Web site
The Boot Camp offers only dual-boot ability. You can start up the Mac in either Windows or Mac OS X, but not both.
Die-hard Mac fans are scathing in their criticism of Windows, which they view as slower, less secure and less user-friendly than Apple's operating system.
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