Glossary Entry: Emulator
Quick Definition
An emulator is a program that is used to run software written for a different type of computer. This is done by mimicking ( ie, emulating ) the other computer's internal workings. On a fast enough machine, it's possible for an emulator to run software just as quickly and smoothly as the original hardware.
IMPORTANT: in order to legally use an emulator, you must have a valid license for the software you're running with it.
Emulating software without a valid license is a crime.
IMPORTANT: in order to legally use an emulator, you must have a valid license for the software you're running with it.
Emulating software without a valid license is a crime.
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