When attempting to install Purplepass Print, you may encounter an Installation Aborted error.
Purplepass Print offers two versions for installation: x86 and ARM. This error typically indicates that the incorrect version of Purplepass Print was attempted for installation.
Solution
To resolve this issue, try installing the alternate version of Purplepass Print:
- If you attempted to install the x86 version and received the error, try installing the ARM version.
- If you attempted to install the ARM version and received the error, try installing the x86 version.
Understanding Different Versions
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x86 Version: Designed for computers using x86 architecture, which includes most Windows computers with Intel or AMD CPUs. This version is compatible with the majority of computers.
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ARM Version: Intended for computers using ARM architecture, which is increasingly used in newer devices. ARM CPUs are known for their power efficiency and are now comparable in performance to x86 CPUs due to advancements like Apple's M1 and subsequent Mx series processors.
- Apple M1/M2/M3/M4 Processors: These are ARM-based and require the ARM version of Purplepass Print.
- ARM Windows Laptops: Some newer models, such as the Microsoft Surface Pro X and Lenovo Flex 5G, use ARM processors and will need the ARM version of Purplepass Print.
For most users, the x86 version will be appropriate. Use the ARM version only if you are on a computer with ARM architecture and experience issues with the x86 version. As of 2024, ARM-based Windows laptops are relatively rare, so the x86 version will generally be the correct choice.