Running Pythagoras on a Mac

Pythagoras is an application developed for Windows OS, meaning it cannot run natively on an Apple Mac device. To run Pythagoras on a Mac, you need to set up your Mac to run Windows. This can be done using one of two methods: creating a dual-boot setup or using virtualization software.

Method 1: Dual-Boot Setup

Boot Camp: Use Apple's Boot Camp to create a dual-boot setup, allowing you to boot into either macOS or Windows OS.

STEPS

• Download and install Boot Camp from the Apple Support page.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to partition your hard drive and install Windows.
• Once Windows is installed, restart your Mac and hold the Option key to choose between macOS and Windows at startup

Boot Camp (Recommended Solution)

Boot Camp lets you install Windows on a Mac with the Boot Camp Assistant. For detailed instructions, refer to the Apple Support article. If you need help with the installation of Windows 10 and Boot Camp, please contact your local Apple dealer.

Boot Camp provides the best Windows-on-a-Mac experience, offering superior OpenGL support and performance because your Mac device is launched as a Windows device. To switch back to macOS, you will need to restart your device.

Method 2: Virtualization

• Parallels Desktop: This software allows you to run Windows alongside macOS without rebooting.

Steps:

1. Download and install Parallels Desktop.
2. Follow the installation wizard to set up a new virtual machine and install Windows.

• VMware Fusion: Another virtualization option that lets you run Windows applications on macOS.

Steps:

1. Download and install VMware Fusion.
2. Create a new virtual machine and install Windows following the on-screen instructions.

Virtualization Applications

Virtualization applications allow you to run Windows OS on a Mac as a separate application. This means you can launch your Mac using macOS and then run a virtualization application to use Windows OS. Popular options include Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion.

Known Limitations

• Limited OpenGL support: This can affect the availability of the Pythagoras 3D window.
• Different menu behavior: Menu structures may behave differently.
• Performance issues: Running both macOS and Windows OS simultaneously can cause performance issues.

The responsibility for the performance of Pythagoras in these virtualization applications lies with the developers of these applications. If the experience and performance do not match those on a native Windows OS device, the responsibility lies with these companies.

Installing Pythagoras

1. Download Pythagoras: Obtain the Pythagoras installer from www.pythagoras.net
2. Install on Windows: Run the installer within your Windows environment (either Boot Camp or virtual machine) and follow the installation prompts.

Additional Tips

Performance: Running Pythagoras in a virtual machine may result in slightly reduced performance compared to a dual-boot setup.

Updates: Regularly check for software updates to ensure compatibility and security.