Linux now available on all Mac computers!

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alerabbit
Posting Freak

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10-19-2024, 02:55 PM

You're planning a dual-boot setup with both machines, which is great! The MacBook Pro and PowerBook G4 are both capable of running Linux, though you'll need to adjust the installation steps slightly for each. Make sure to check compatibility with your specific Linux distribution and consider using tools like GRUB for boot management.

alerabbit

10-19-2024, 02:55 PM #1

issogamer
Junior Member

10-27-2024, 05:26 AM

On the Mac you must install a program. I missed the name it begins with "rf" and it lets you pick the OS at startup. The issue is MacOS—it’s based on BSD, which is similar to Linux.

issogamer

10-27-2024, 05:26 AM #2

On the Mac you must install a program. I missed the name it begins with "rf" and it lets you pick the OS at startup. The issue is MacOS—it’s based on BSD, which is similar to Linux.

totoflo21
Junior Member

11-16-2024, 12:29 PM

The software being referenced is known as rEFIT.

totoflo21

11-16-2024, 12:29 PM #3

The software being referenced is known as rEFIT.

Tinypep
Member

11-17-2024, 04:49 AM

Yeee

Tinypep

11-17-2024, 04:49 AM #4

Yeee

Harry2307
Junior Member

11-17-2024, 01:30 PM

I noticed you opened up your old A1181 MacBook, and it’s clear it’s not worth the trouble. You should consider switching to OS X—it really stands out. Plus, Mac OS and Linux are both Unix-based systems, so they’re quite similar.

Harry2307

11-17-2024, 01:30 PM #5

VaasBaas
Junior Member

11-17-2024, 06:57 PM

You wouldn't necessarily need a brand-new GCC version for C++ development. The MacOS release you're using is older than the latest stable GCC, and it doesn't include support for modern C++ standards like C++11 or later. Apple also avoids distributing GPLv3 software in their operating system.