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A guide for switching to a Mac - Lifehacker

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So, you got a shiny new Apple computer for Christmas? You’ve now undoubtedly noticed that Macs are different, and you’re putting some effort into learning how to use OS X, the Mac operating system. To speed up your transition, read Lifehacker’s fantastically simple guide for switching to a Mac. This how-to covers the basics of using a Mac, including:

  • Keyboard symbols
  • Keyboard shortcuts
  • How to install applications
  • The dock

Apple computers are fantastic machines, and once you’re comfortable with the ins and outs of OS X, we doubt that you’ll ever want to give up your Mac.

File under: Macintosh, Max OS X

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