Software :: List Of Best Programs For MacBook
Feb 19, 2008
I 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.
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Mar 25, 2010
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?
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Sep 7, 2014
I want to connect a wireless Epson XP 510 printer. Installed drivers from the Epson website but they do not appear to be compatible according to the drop down list in the apple menu for adding a printer.
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iMac, Mac OS X (10.5.8), Epson XP 501
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Apr 24, 2012
how I can go about syncing the two list that ITunes dj uses: "source" and "request"?
I have a script that changes the source list, but don't know how to match the request list.
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iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.3)
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Sep 4, 2014
I was reviewing audio books on my wish list and the list just became empty. I have stopped and restarted iTunes and I have manually re-logged into my apple account but the list keeps coming up empty. I have tried both the shortcut on the top right and from the drop down on the top left but nothing. Is this a temporary issue with Apple..I'm on a Mac running OS10.9.4 and iTunes 11.3.1
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Mac Pro, OS X Mavericks (10.9)
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Jun 29, 2010
how do you list the items on the desktop as a list instead of icons
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Sep 22, 2009
My 15" 2.66 matte MBP should arrive tomorrow to replace a last-gen powerbook g4.
Are there any tests I should run or things I should look out for?
I plan on installing FCP, Adobe CS4, and Aperture for work purposes and some basics:
Firefox, VLC, Onyx, XLD, Unarchiver, MacPar, Toast, etc.
Anything else I should know about?
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Oct 23, 2010
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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Jan 1, 2011
How do i remove programs from the hard drive?
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Apr 5, 2009
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May 8, 2009
I am running Leapord on my Blackbook and it it seems to me that it is running a lot slower than when I first got it. Is there a program out there that will help me to speed it up again?
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Mar 18, 2010
I was wondering if there is a program that i can download that will let me speed up my macbook pro's cpu.
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Jun 8, 2010
I recently purchased a new MBP and am loving it so far. What I have come to realize is that I still can't part with my PC programs....yet.
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?
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Aug 15, 2010
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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Mar 8, 2012
I want to sell my macair and need to backup my programs, such as word etc.
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MacBook Air, iOS 5
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Apr 2, 2012
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.
Info:MacBookPro
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Apr 7, 2012
How do I remove old programs That I no longer want or need?
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Apr 20, 2012
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.
Info:MacBook Air, Mac OS X (10.7.3)
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May 3, 2012
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)
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Jun 29, 2012
how do i unintsall progrms off my macbook completely
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MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.4)
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Sep 5, 2014
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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Nov 4, 2010
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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Jul 11, 2009
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.
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Feb 26, 2010
I have an existing macbook 2007 model, and am looking to upgrade. Would you:
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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.
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Jul 20, 2010
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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Feb 10, 2012
I recently replaced my hard drive and still have the old one with all my Adobe applications. Both hard drives have the same OS and the applications worked on the old one until I replaced it.
I tried to reinstall the Adobe applications and before I can I get the message:
"Adobe Illustrator 13.0.0 [k] (Universal) cannot be opened because of a problem."
without getting the option of installing an update. I also tried to copy the programs from the Old to the New HD with no luck
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MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.2)
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Mar 11, 2012
How to I remove a Program from My Mac? It is nothing like a Windows.
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MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
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Mar 18, 2012
I connected an external monitor to my MacBook Pro, but it doesn't open any programs. It Just sits there with a blank screen. How do I get it to open programs and act like a monitor?
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I know how to back up programs on PC, but am new to Mac and would like to know about how to best back up programs on my Macbook Pro (purchased second hand) without disks.
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MacBook Pro
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