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From: samt@pro-europa.cts.com (Sam Theis)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.apple2
Subject: Re: Accepting the Mac (was Re: More Macweek Rumors)
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Date: 21 Mar 90 09:16:06 GMT
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In-Reply-To: message from wwtaroli@rodan.acs.syr.edu

> Generally, I agree with your sentiment that it would be nice to have some
> sort of IIgs emulation on a Mac (probably a NuBus card, with supporting
> software) for those IIgs users who would like the extra functionality of the
> Mac without having to dispose of all their II software.  However, I (and I
> believe Apple) differ in your opinion that this effort should be undertaken
> by Apple.  It is my understanding that Apple, throughout its history, has not
> developed such products, leaving them to third party developers.  If you want
> to scream at someone for such hardware, scream at them.
 
It would be a little difficult for a third party developer to develop a GS
emulator card without full cooperation of Apple.  The ROM, etc. would make it
difficult becuase of copyright infringment, patents, etc.  It isn't going to
happen without Apple's help.  It would be similar to cloning the Mac.


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