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Mac OS X

This graphical operating system (OS) from Apple was initially released in 2002 for Macintosh computers. It is a UNIX-based system built on technologies developed from the mid-1980s to 1996. It is the second most used OS after Microsoft Windows.

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What is the different with Linux and Mac OS?

Both Linux & Mac OS X are from the Unix family, so they're like distant cousins in a way. Windows is a completely separate entity.

Now for the differences:

Mac OS X

  • Proprietary -- it belongs to Apple and there can be no modifications at all to the software without the express written consent of Apple
  • You can only use Mac OS X on Apple computers that come pre-loaded with Mac OS X (unless you want to break the law and use a Hackintosh which I don't recommend -- you could even be arrested if Apple decided to press charges)
  • Is used on approximately 2-3% of all desktop computers
  • It uses proprietary software which means that most (not all) of the software that you can buy and use in Windows, you can also use with a Mac

Linux

  • It is a free open source operating system which means that once you install it on a PC, you can modify any part of it without breaking the law
  • It can be installed on any computer, even on Mac PCs
  • It's used on approximately 1-2 % of all desktop computers (however, android is based on Linux and most mobile devices run Android, which means most mobile devices run Linux)
  • It uses free-libre-open-source software primarily
    • this means that if you want to use Microsoft Office in Linux, it's recommended that you use Libre Office or Open Office instead, they are both compatible with Microsoft Office
    • Likewise, any other software that's available on Windows, may or may not work under Linux but there's more likely alternate software that will do the same job, for example: instead of Photoshop you can use Gimp, instead of Internet Explorer you use Mozilla Firefox or Chrome, etc.

What programming language is Mac OS X written in?

Mac OS X is mostly written in Objective C utilising Apple's Cocoa frameworks (See links below). Some core aspects of the system are written in C. probably objective-C ... which is mac's version of C++ - which other opperating systems (and everything else) is written in ... and C of course, which is an older version of C++.

Though if you want to be technical, that code has to be compiled into Assembly language and or machine code - which the processor understands.

How does the Mac OS X work?

it can do just about anything. it is almost immune to viruses, it is compatible with Windows, it can run Microsoft Office, it has Mail and Calendar to keep up with your friends and family and to organize stuff. Mac OS X comes with iLife and this lets you make professional looking movies in iMovie, it has iPhoto where you can play with and adjust pictures, GarageBand where you can make some cool songs, it has iWeb where you can make a website and then publish it online, and it has iDVD where you can put a movie or pictures along with main menus on a DVD.

Mac OS X comes with iTunes where you can get songs and burn songs, it has Safari that can browse webpages real fast, and it has iChat where you can use AIM or make an iChat account for free and video chat with people and talk with them. you can even share screens with iChat. Mac OS X can do a lot more so check out apple.com/macosx

Can a mac OS X 10.4.11 update to 10.5.6 leopard?

To upgrade from Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger) to 10.5 (Leopard) you will need to buy a boxed version of Mac OS X 10.5. If you have a Mac with an Intel processor you can go straight to Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) which is a cheaper upgrade option.

How do you download a video from a Sony Handycam to imovie?

This site should steer you in the right direction to find the answer to your import issues in iMovie:

http://jeffcarlson.typepad.com/imovievqs/

How do you make Windows look like Mac OS X?

ObjectDock (The Dock At the Bottom of the Mac): http://www.4shared.com/get/EbflHlqY/ObjectDock_free.html

ObjectDock Skin: http://www.wincustomize.com/explore/objectdock/12905/

WindowBlinds (Mac Skin): http://www.softpedia.com/get/Desktop-Enhancements/Other-Desktop-Enhancements/WindowBlinds.shtml

WindowBlinds Skin: http://eamon63.deviantart.com/art/Leo-Vista-WB2-116086403

Windows Taskbar At Top:

1. Right-Click on the taskbar

2. Uncheck "Lock The Taskbar"

3. Drag it to the top of the screen

4. Right-Click on the taskbar

5. Go to properties

6. Check off "Use Small Icons"

7. Click "Apply"

8. Check "Lock The Taskbar"

9. When you restart the computer follow instructions 4-8

You can Download iTunes and QuickTime From Apple but that is Optional

How did Mac get its name?

The MacBook got its name by mac the brand of computers, and book. The word that apple uses for laptop.

How do you switch between windows in the same program in Mac OSX?

As Mac OS X is a true windowing system where the window allows you to interact with the running application you can select a window which will bring the appropriate application to the fore - note the change in the menu bar at the top. If you have closed a window because you no longer need to interact with the application, for example while listening to music with iTunes, you can click on the applications icon in the Dock to open a window for that application.

Pressing the Command (cmd) key and Tab key will open an application switcher pane across the screen from which you can select, with the mouse or the arrow keys, a running application to work with.

if you have several applications/windows open then Exposé (usually found by pressing the F9 key) will create small images of each window which allows you to select which one you want to work with. Exposé settings can be configured in the 'Exposé & Spaces' section of System Preferences.

Can macs run PC programs?

Apple produces some software such as iTunes and the Safari browser for both their own Mac OS X and the Windows operating system. Most of Apples applications are created to work on an Apple Mac computer with Mac OS X and are not available for computers running the Windows operating system.

Who discover apple computer?

When you "discover" something, that means that it already existed. When you "invent" something, that means it did not exist until then. Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak invented Apple

How old is the Mac OS X Power Book G4?

The PowerBook G4 was introduced in January 2001 and would have originally had Mac OS 9 installed. The first version (10.0) of Mac OS X, known as Cheetah, was introduced in March 2001.

How do you download video footage from a JVC Everio MG330 to an i7 mac with Snow Leopard?

The GZ-MG330 has been tested with iMovie 09 (See links below) and just needs to be connected to the Mac with the USB cable. Switch the camera on and select it's Playback on PC setting. Launch iMovie and import the video for editing and sharing.

How do you open a .exe folder on a mac?

1. Go to http://www.sendspace.com/file/cluemy

2. Click "Click here to start download from sendspace"

What are the pros and cons of buying a mac book pro?

Pros:

- The iMac, as are most Macintosh computers, have a few wires to deal with unlike PCs.

- You have the entire computer in one object.

- If you want to work with graphics or websites, iMacs usually handle programs such as Photoshop better than a PC.

- You don't need to install a bunch of drivers each time you have to format -- the Mac OS CDs usually have everything you need.

- You don't have to worry about viruses or spyware nearly as much.

Cons:

- Most games are not compatible with iMacs, let alone any other Mac product. Thus, with Apple's Boot Camp, this has been proved untrue.

- They're considered real expensive to get to the average consumer since most macs are made for professional uses, such as graphic design.

What key is the page up key on a Mac OS X?

  • Macs have page up buttons, but MacBooks don't. On a MacBook, hold the Fn key and press up or down for page up and page down.
  • In a macbook, page up is fn+up arrow key. Page down is fn+down arrow key.
  • Try the button with the up arrow on it.

How much memory is needed to run skype on PC?

Skype can run on the lowest broadband bandwidth but the official answer is:

Broadband is best, GPRS is not supported for voice calls, and results may vary on a satellite connection

What is critical to successful OS load?

It is mainly that it all the files were copied to your hard drive successfully and expanded without any problems. Also if your hard drive was able to be formatted correctly and is able to written to with minimal bad sectors.

What year was the Mac operating system released?

Initial releases:

System 1: January 24, 1984

Mac OS 8: July 26, 1997

OS X: March 24, 2001
On January 24, 1984, Apple Computer Inc. (now Apple Inc.) introduced the Macintosh personal computer, with the Macintosh128K model, which came bundled with what was later renamed the Mac OS

What is multiuser in OS?

It allows two or more users to run programs at the same time.

Can you use Mac OS X programs on Windows?

There are several emulators to run other systems software on Windows, but there is nothing decent (as in working reliably with any software) for running Mac OS X software on Windows.

How do you take a picture of something on my mac book?

if you mean a screen shot its command, shift, and 3 (got to desktop, then you will see the pictures labled, picture 1, 2, 3, 4 and so on)

if you want one certain thing its command, shift then 4. (capture the thing you want inside the box)

How do you download iphoto to mac?

1. double click on finder or harddrive on desktop
2. double click on applications
3. double click on iphoto.

What is latest version of Mac OS?

As everyone who has ever used any piece of technology knows, it evolves at a amazingly fast speed and (as an exaggerated example) it seems as if by the time you walk out of the store with your new computer there is already a newer one. Because of the fact that technology evolves so fast, there will most likely be a newer version of Mac OS X available by the time you read this.

Right now (March, 2013) Mac OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.3 is the most current version.

You can check what the most current version is by going to Apple and just looking around. You can also update to the most current version by going to the "Check For Updates..." menu item in the Apple Menu. But do note that to upgrade (say from Snow Leopard to Lion or Lion to Mountain Lion) you'll need to pay from $20 to $30 in the Mac AppStore.

How do you charge the mouse for the Mac?

Your Macbook should have come with some sort of charging device--I know mine did. Simply plug it into the Macbook and the other end into an outlet.

Plug in the charger

No charger? No problem just buy a new one!