![]() ![]() Therefore, programs had to be specifically written and compiled for the correct processor. Historically, the architecture (or design) of PC processors has been different from the architecture of Macintosh processors. The process of compiling the source code creates machine code that is recognized by the computer's processor. Furthermore, each application program must be compiled for a specific type of processor in order to run. The problem is that Windows API functions are not recognized on a Macintosh. ![]() The operating system, whether it is Windows or macOS, uses a specific API, which is a set of instructions that programs can use while they are running. This is because the programs are written for a specific operating system and processor type. While it is possible to open most Windows documents on a Macintosh, Windows applications will not run natively on the Macintosh platform.
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