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I am still just a little confused about installing OS X onto the second (new) hard drive.

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1. Is it necessary to install an operating system? What are the advantages of doing so? Can I use it without installing?

2. If I do install, do I have to buy another version of OS X or can I use the same one I installed on my first hard drive?

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