I want to have an idea of what to download when I get my MBP in 2 weeks, as in if there are any exclusive programs for Mac that aren't on Windows. I at least plan on downloading Firefox, Chrome, Skype, AIM, Google Earth, Videora (is there a better alternative that comes with OSX?), etc.
View 7 RepliesI am a totally new Mac user and am struggling with the concept of these .dmg files that are downloaded to my desktop when i install a new application (example firefox) and then when i try to delete this file after the installation completes it appears the program requires this to run?
What do you typically do with the files after installaion? Is there a default setting someplace that tells the OS to dump and store these some place else in my HDD?
I also dont understand the icon that then gets placed on my desktop of the (in this example) firefox application... it looks like a new drive but its actually how i start the application? is it the equivalent of a link in windows or is that the .exe and my default file save settings are screwy?
For some time now I have had problems downloading files/programs from the net. Things like OS critical updates; Adobe updates; VMware trial software; games; virus definitions. The download run into problems when unpacking - most common error is that verification failed but there are also failures in unzipping files (NAV installer being the most recent).
I have checked a number of forums and found similar problems but none seem to work (eg. mounting from disk utility). The only thing I haven't done is reinstall from OS archive disk as this could entail reinstalling a lot of things (mind-boggling).
I have a MacBook (2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo with 1 GB 667 MHz DDR2 SDRam) running OSX 10.4.11 and also have Parallels 3 (build 5608) running Vista. The download problems seemed to begin with updating the Parallels software. I received the verification error or a checksum error. I resolved this problem by using different download sites. When investigating this problem it was suggested that the ISP provider was at fault. Is this possible?
For some reason the Mac terminal utility has suddenly started to pop up every time I attempt to down load a program. This has never happened before and I am not sure how to make the changes so this does not happen.
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iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.4)
Just a quick question: What programs are you using to download free music?
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View 2 Replies View RelatedSkype 2.8 Beta for Mac is*now available*with new features only available on Mac OS X, the company announced today. *Other operating systems will receive them later this year. "The goal of the major new features in Skype 2.8 Beta for Mac is to make Skype easier to use everywhere," said Skype chief operating officer Scott Durchslag.* "Skype Access is perfect for those times when you need to make a few Skype calls or send some instant messages or emails while you're on the go, and screen sharing is a productivity tool that enables collaboration between two parties, regardless of their location."
Skype has partnered with Boingo Wireless for Skype Access, a worldwide, pay-per-minute WiFi hotspot access network.* Skype users will have more than 100,000 Boingo hotspots to choose from worldwide.* Payment of $0.19/minute is taken care of with Skype Credit, no credit cards or log-ins necessary.* A record of your usage is available when you sign into your account on skype. According to the company, screen sharing is similar to a Skype video call, and it works by "capturing, encrypting and transferring the content of the screen" to the other person.* Screen sharing with Windows and Linux users are one-way only in this beta, but later updates will enable those users to send their screens to Mac users in a two-way session.
Other features:
Sort chats in the drawer and set priorities
Quick Add simplifies adding contacts
See mood message updates from friends as chat messages
Profile pictures of 256 x 256 pixels now supported (joining Skype 4.0 Beta 2 for Windows)
Profile pictures now hidden by default in contact requests because "a small minority of Skype users have profile pictures which others may find unpleasant"
Add notes to a contact in the profile window
I have a question about using my new samsung tv as a monitor for my macbook. I have all the cables and such and my TV reads the computer. It actually shows the desktop background, mouse, and the toolbar on the tv...
BUT....when i try and open a program such as safari or itunes it does not display the program on the monitor but rather on my macbook screen. It shows the program open on the tv monitor but it shoots off the screen and then opens on the macbook screen.
Also the mouse disappears from the tv monitor screen on the left side only, and when it does it becomes visible back on the macbook screen! Any tips or suggestions on how to get the programs to show up on the monitor instead of the macbook screen?
i recently did a software update on my macbook and now of my programs don't open... they open and then ater 2 seconds crash.
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I hear a lot of different things/opinions about what software runs PC programs the best on a Mac. I'm a Macn00b so whatever is the easiest to run with/operate is probably going to be the best for me. So, my question is, what is the best software to run PC programs on your Mac?
What are some programs you use that you feel are necessary? What do they do? Why are they necessary? I use smcFanControl, gfxCardStatus, and iStat. smcFanControl obviously lets you control your fan speed. gfxCardStatus lets you choose your graphic card or use the default dynamic switching. iStat is of course the famous widget that basically tells you everything you need to know about whats going on inside. I feel all of these are necessary for me to have complete control of my Macbook Pro.
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I am getting my first MacBook Pro tomorrow, and i am just curious as to how i could run Windows only software on it. It will only be a couple of games and music software, but i dont have the OSX version, and i dont really want to buy a new version. I'd rather get a free program that does the same thing as Paralells, but if there is any other paid software that is reliable id like to know.
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How do I remove old programs That I no longer want or need?
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MacBook
I am having trouble downloading program files on my new MacAir. Every time I try I only get part files in the downloads folder and I can't open them.
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I have an older MacBook with only 120 gp hard drive and am running out of room. I don't use some of the programs installed and would like to remove them but many don't have an uninstall program. Is there any trick to ensure all elements of a program are removed from the system?
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MacBook, Mac OS X (10.7.3)
how do i unintsall progrms off my macbook completely
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MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.4)
As stated above I upgraded my memory to Crucial 8G 1067 mhz DDR3. The initial results were outstanding however over the past few months the performance has decreased and I'm now getting the spinning ball often. Additionally the startup seems very sluggish. I use Onyx for maintenance and do not have any startup programs. I have also reset the kernel cache. (If I remember correctly)
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MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.4.11)
Why can I not download this every time it says that it is downloading I get a pop up after 2min that says that it can not be downloaded and it may have been interrupted or corrupted! Very frustrated with this lap top and more annoyed that I paid $30 for something that can not download!
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MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
PDFs not want to download to Docs file sometimes.
View 3 Replies View RelatedI am about to purchase my first mac ever (black macbook) and while i've extensively done my research on the hardware specs, i'm not that familiar with the types of programs to use for certain things. With that being said, i was wondering if you well-informed bunch would be able to steer me in the direction of the best programs in the following fields.
*Best Bit torrent client (i had Bit comet on my PC and was pretty good)
*Best music-listening program (had Winamp)
*Best Chat client (had trillian)
*Best program to transfer music to ipod (also just got my first ipod ever and hate iTunes -- i had a Creative ZEN and am a big fan of the 'Drag-and-Drop' method
*Best web browser (Firefox or safari?)
Thats all i can think of right now. Again, if anybody can give me a heads up, i'd greatly appreciate it.
I'm trying to install programs, I get past the agreement page and as soon as i start putting my password in the spinny disc starts spinning... its looks like its installing, writes all the files and when it looks like its installed it says failed, contact manufacturer... I thought maybe it was just that program so I tried a different one and the same thing.
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A). Keep the MacBook for now and get a new iMac i5 (so you had a big one for home, and could carry the small one around to school etc)
B). Upgrade to a new MacBook Pro when they get released and just have 1 computer.
I figured that if I sold my macbook it would bring the MacBook Pro option down to the same price as the iMac (taking into account increased amount for Applecare etc.). So out the pocket choices A and B would cost within a hundred bucks. I do need a laptop for my master's program, but it's mostly taking notes etc. So any laptop would do, but at home I play games and mess with video and photography, so would like a computer that could handle that as well.
I have a macbook operating on mac OS X version 10.5.8 processor 2.13 intel core duo, memory 4gb 667 mhz ddr2. Lately I have been experiencing programs crashes i.e. program not responding also sometimes when I try to access system preferences it does not respond, I have to force quit all the time.
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