Total Commander Mac Free: A Potential Goldmine for Ghisler?

Recently, I discovered that Total Commander (TC) was ported to Lazarus and Free Pascal. As a Linux user myself, I understand that it can be challenging to cross-compile apps for multiple operating systems. However, I believe that creating a cross-platform version of TC could be profitable and beneficial.

One major advantage of developing a Mac version is that all OSX users would be new customers, not just existing ones downloading free updates. This means Ghisler and company could potentially generate significant revenue from the Mac market.

On the other hand, the Linux side might not be as lucrative, as many Linux users tend to prefer open-source software or avoid paying for it altogether.

Fortunately, there are frameworks available for Delphi that make cross-compilation possible. With this in mind, I ponder whether Ghisler would be interested in collaborating with another developer skilled in OSX and Linux coding to port TC to a cross-compile framework and then to the Mac and Linux platforms.

Total Commander was originally written in Delphi 2, which is derived from Pascal. Interestingly, Double Commander, a Total Commander clone, uses Free Pascal toolkits and can be compiled cross-platform. While Double Commander has its own set of issues, it's an excellent example of what could be achieved with the right tools.

As someone who recently switched to Mac, I'm thrilled with my decision. The operating system and hardware have genuinely impressed me. However, I'm not alone in my desire for a Total Commander version on Mac and Linux. Despite previous proposals being rejected, there is still a strong need and demand for this popular file manager on these platforms.

In conclusion, developing a cross-platform version of Total Commander could be a wise business decision for Ghisler, capitalizing on the potential profits from the Mac market while expanding its user base. Who knows? Maybe we'll see a free version of Total Commander on Mac soon!

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