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MAME stands for Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator. It’s an open-source project that allows users to play classic arcade games by emulating the hardware they were originally developed on.

MAME was first developed by Nicola Salmoria in 1997. The project is now maintained by a team of developers from around the world.

MAME runs on a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. It can also be run on various gaming consoles and arcade systems.

MAME supports a wide range of games from different arcade systems and home consoles, such as classic games like Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Donkey Kong.

MAME itself is completely legal, but the legality of using ROMs (copies of game files) with it is more complicated and varies by country. In general, it’s illegal to use copyrighted ROMs unless you own the original game.

MAME has various configuration options, such as input settings and graphics settings. Users can configure these options in the MAME settings menu or by editing the configuration file directly.

It’s important to only download ROMs for games that you own or have permission to use. ROMs can be found on various websites, but users should be cautious of downloading from sources that may contain viruses or malware.

MAME is designed to emulate arcade hardware, so it’s not suitable for playing modern games designed for consoles or PCs. However, there are other emulators available for different systems.

MAME is an open-source project, so anyone can contribute to its development by submitting bug reports, patches, or new features on the MAME website. Donations are also accepted to support the ongoing development of the project.

The MAME team is constantly working on improving and expanding the emulator and adding support for new games and hardware. The future of MAME looks bright and exciting!