WineBottler 4.0.1.1

WineBottler is a file that allows you to run Windows applications on your Mac without the need for a virtual environment. While most people use programs like Parallels or VMWare Fusion to access Windows applications on their Mac, WineBottler offers a different solution.

Formerly known as Darwine, WineBottler is a project that aimed to port and develop WINE, along with other supporting tools, to allow Darwin and Mac OS X users to run Windows applications. It also aimed to provide Win32 API compatibility at the application source code level for developers.

It's important to note that the Darwine project officially ended in May, and WineBottler is now the successor. However, you can still use the last-known build of Darwine, which is available for download here. Keep in mind that Darwine only runs on Intel Macs with Tiger and Leopard, and Snow Leopard is not supported.

While Darwine has its limitations and is no longer actively developed, it may still be worth a try if other methods of running Windows applications on your Mac have failed. However, it's not suitable for running 3D applications due to the lack of OpenGL support.

Some of the features and improvements in WineBottler include support for the IRDA protocol, faster initial wineprefix creation, axis remapping with evdev joysticks, more image formats in Windows, codecs, and various bug fixes.

Overall, WineBottler provides an alternative solution for running Windows applications on your Mac without the need for a virtual environment. Give it a try and see if it meets your needs.