Can I install OEM versions of Windows XP, Home or Pro, on my iMac? Apple store says it might work - no guarantee, but some vendors say not compatible with Mac. I don't mean manufacturer-specific versions like Dell or HP, just garden variety OEMs like many available on eBay with a token hardware item thrown in to meet Microsoft requirements. Thanx, Walt

A PC is a PC. Yes, you can install Winblows on an Intel Mac. Or should I say an expensive PC that runs BSD unix with a GUi on top? PowerMac 9600(1 ghz G4) 512mb RAM 50gb SCSI ATi 9200 PCI

Yes. Using BootCamp or one of the VM packages like Parallels or VM Ware Fusion. When I need to run Windows I just remote into my work PC because I only use Windows for work.I VPN in and use CoRD for Remote Desktop.

I'm not sure my question was clearly understood. I know I can install retail versions of XP on my Mac and I know how. My question is specific to OEM versions. Will it make any difference to my Mac as to which version I'm installing? I have read elsewhere that OEM versions won't work. Is that so? Thanx again.

OEM windows install discs should work fine.