Apple Inc. has released
a
significant update to its Boot Camp dual-booting software that adds support
for rival Microsoft Corp.'s new Windows Vista operating system in addition to a
half dozen other improvements. The beta software, which will be included in
Apple's upcoming Leopard operating system release, lets users of Intel-based
Macs install and run Windows in addition to the Mac OS.
The 138MB Boot
Camp 1.2 beta issued on Wednesday is recommended for all new and previous
Boot Camp beta users.
Atop the list of enhancements delivered in the new version is 32-bit support for
Windows Vista, support the Apple Remote (works with iTunes and Windows Media
Player), and a version of Apple Software Update designed specifically for
Windows XP and Vista. The Cupertino-based Apple has also expanded international
keyboard support, improved the Windows driver installation experience, and
updated the software drivers for trackpad, AppleTime (synch), audio, graphics,
modem, and iSight.
