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The article evaluates the Apple's operating system OS X and iOS.

The article suggests tips for using Mac OS X with Microsoft Corp.'s Windows citing techniques for preparing Mac with Windows, how to set up Windows itself and how to run Windows applications efficiently with Mac software. At least 2-gigabyte of hard drive must be set aside for WIndows XP and the rest for any Windows applications that will be installed and any data files they generate. If users want to stick to the official current version of Windows, one may use Vista in Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate editions.

The article discusses several guidelines in protecting the Apple operating systems of Macintosh Finder in Leopard. The author mentions that one tip is to put the Finder's Path Bar at the top of your Finder's windows. He also mentions how to add more searches available in the Search For section of the Finder's sidebar. The author also mentions to separate icons into groups, add a trash stack and mouse over effect. He also explains how to use the Quick Look feature of the Finder and some advanced options such as printers and screen savers.

The article offers usage tips for Mac OS X, the line of graphical operating systems developed, marketed and sold by Apple Inc. The latest of Mac OS X is currently pre-loaded on all Macintosh Computers. Mac users can easily save desktop pictures with Safari 3 web browser. They need to control- or right-click on an image and choose Use Image As Desktop Picture from the contextual menu. Safari will download and save the image and then it will set the desktop to use the newly saved image. To prevent scaling, users must use images that are at least as large as their monitor's resolution, which they can see in the Displays preference pane. For naming a file in Mac OS X, one should not use a period at the beginning of a file or folder name. INSETS: File Naming Dos and Don'ts;Trackpad Tapping at Login.

The article provides information on the latest operating system (OS) designed by Apple Inc. known as Mac OS X Leopard. Leopard features backup applications, such as the Time Machine which is a specific service that implements a single backup scheme as well as creates and maintains a single straightforward backup for the entire hard drive. It also provides Core Animation feature which has built-in services for lighting objects and moving them around the screen. Furthermore, it offers iChat application that enables users to run presentations and do live screen sharing, as well as record chats.

The article provides information on the capabilities of Mac operating system (OS) X. Mac users can create their own keyboard shortcuts which enhances productivity. Mac OS also has its Disk Utility which is used to repair disk permissions fixes for various problems. Mac contains a built-in word processing application called TextEdit. Mac users can also turn their Mac into an automated proofreader. Mac OS X has hidden options which can speed up the process of the system and save hard drive space. These options are the Archive and Install and Language Translations options. Mac OS has a security technology that protects files by using encryption, File Vault and permanent deletion.

The article presents information about the operating system from Apple Computer Inc., OS X 10.5 (Leopard) which will be released in 2007. In OS X 10.5, Apple has added another Core item to the list Core Animation, which will make it simpler for developers to add sophisticated 3-D animation to their applications. Rather then changing interface elements frame by frame, developers will be able to just define start and end points, keyframes and transitions for those elements, and the rest will be taken care by Core Animation.

Discusses the functions of Disk Utility tool of Mac OS X. Verification and repair of disk permissions; Benefit of journaling; Steps to copy compact disc or digital video disc using Disk Utility.

The article presents information on Operating System 10.4's often overlooked free utilities folder. The Activity Monitor allows one to peer into one's Mac's central processing unit and identify running processes. The AirPort Admin Utility operates through a building's walls at distances of up to 150 feet. For those using an AirPort Base Station for the Wireless-Fidelity (Wi-Fi) network, look no further than the AirPort Admin Utility. This tool configures the network and helps troubleshoot for any issues. The AirPort Setup Assistant is useful for creating one's first network, reconfiguring an existing one, adding additional base stations to increase Wi-Fi coverage, or setting up a network printer.

The author discusses modifying the file and folder structure of OS X operating system in order to locate files. He explains that a folder structure is a part of the system of permissions which control access to sensitive files. Also discussed are the visible top-level folders used to separate files, system library contains components essential to OS X, support files that are common to all users and segregation of applications into the Applications folder.

The article presents information on the Mail tool of the Mac OS X 10.5 or Leopard operating system from Apple Inc. Mail's new ability lets users create notes that hold important snippets of information and also create to-do items that stand on their own or are associated with an e-mail message or a note, without having to open Apple's iCal calendar tool. Mail stores notes, along with messages, in inbox or another mailbox. If you have more than one e-mail account set up in Mail, by default the note actually goes into the inbox or Notes mailbox of whichever account viewed most recently. Instructions on how to use the Mail tool are also presented.

The article focuses on the release of Apple Incorporated's operating system (OS) Mac OS X 10.5 or Leopard. Apple's new OS is one more weapon that will help the company make even further inroads into Microsoft Windows-dominated territory. By most accounts, Leopard succeeds in ways that Vista did not upon its release at the end of January 2007. Apple delivered Leopard in a timely fashion only a few months late, compared with Microsoft's years of delay. And the software, while not faultless, delivers on its promise of useful innovations and tweaks. INSET: PLUGGED IN.

The article reports on the factors that must be considered in installation of the Mac OS X Leopard software from Apple Inc. It states that the software should be installed on a compatible Macintosh and a backup of all the data found in the computer including the hard drive is needed. The author provides a discussion on the processes involved in the installation. In addition, the functions of the four installation methods including Upgrade, Archive and Install, or Erase and Install are discussed.

The article offers tips on how to troubleshoot various problems encountered by users working with Mac OS X systems software. According to the author that transferring or copying files between the server and workstation of different formats may be related to incompatibility of Mac OS X version. A Disk Utility may only complete the verification and fix the problems of the hard drive if the user boots from the install DVD. Try to reinstall iTunes software from a clean download from the Apple web site when there is a problem occurred in updating the software.

Reports that a federal judge ruled against Apple Computer in its patent infringement lawsuit against Microsoft Corp. Licensing agreement between Apple and Microsoft; Microsoft use of Apple's operating system characteristics in Microsoft software.

The article focuses on Mac OS 10.5 Leopard, the new operating systems (OS) of the Macintosh computers of Apple Inc. According to the author, the new OS of Apple has more than 300 features which include its easy automated backups, it is powerful and has a stable platform. Other features of the OS are also mentioned.

The article focuses on how the Apple operating system Mac OS X played an important role in the success of computer giant Apple Inc. The first official version of Mac OS, code-named Cheetah, was released on March 24, 2001 and it helped in making Apple which was struggling to survive, the second most valuable company in the world.

The article presents some tips for working with Apple operating system Mac OS X. It is suggested to use Open Terminal to hide the Help Window. It is said that the AirPort application or wireless networking can be controlled by using keyboard or mouse. Moving selected files from the Finder application to a new folder is also discussed.

The article cites some of the problems encountered with a Mac OS operating system from Apple, dubbed Leopard, and presents the software applications provided by third-party developers that let the user make changes according to his or her preference. The translucent open-application indicator in Leopard causes a problem to users because the indicator can be missed if the computer screen's background image is a similar color. Two downloadable applications are available to make customizing the Dock quick and easy--CandyBar 3 and Dock Library. Installing some add-ons, such as Chax, will give a unified buddy list for all contacts on iChat 4.

The article provides tips for applying some features of the Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system from Apple Inc. When launching Screen Sharing, user can see a dialog box asking for the network address of the remote machine. A user can also add some hidden functionality to the Screen Sharing Tool. By creating an Automator workflow, he can clear all files in the Working stack. To speed up folder actions, a Folder Action Dispatcher program is available checking for modifications in a folder at a specified interval.

The article provides information on how to use the newest features in the scripting tool of Mac OS X, a line of graphical operating system from Apple Inc. The latest version of Automator, in OS X 10.5 Leopard, has several handy new features, such as variables and looping. Workflows can be more dynamic because of the variables. Users can define the output of one action as a variable, and store it for later use by another action. The Automator also includes numerous built-in variables, such as dates, times, and system information. Illustrations on how Automator's variables and loops work are also presented.

The article presents information on certain changes in the System Preferences utility of the Mac OS X from Apple Inc. The firewall settings have changed considerably since Tiger. An Advanced tab holds options for firewall logging and stealth mode. However, this simpler configuration approach also removes the advanced settings that were accessible in Tiger. The .Mac pane is in most respects unchanged, but it reveals some new features of .Mac itself. The Account tab also displays an improved summary of one's account: type, storage, expiration date, and more.

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including "Inside the Intel iMac," in the April 2006 issue, "The Ultimate Mac Tune-Up," in the March 2006 issue and "Noisy Power Macs" in the April 2006 issue.

The article compares Windows XP and the OS X operating systems. An Intel-based iMac was used in this study, equipped with an Intel Core Duo CPU running at 1.83 gigahertz with one gigabyte at DDR2/67 RAM. The computer software used are, Doom 3, the classic game ported to the Macintosh by Aspyr. Bibble Lab's Bibble Pro 4.7 and PictureCode's Noise Ninja. The article shows that the Mac runs Windows XP better than it runs OS X. The tests have put to rest a belief that running Windows XP within OS X using Parallels virtualization software is faster than running Windows XP directly on hardware.

The article reviews two computer software that will complement the Operating System 10.4 including the Cocktail and the iBackup.

The article evaluates the Apple's operating system OS X and iOS.

The article discusses several menu items from the Mac OS X operating system (OS) from Apple as of June 2014. Among the menu items are fonts, spelling and grammar, and substitutions. It claims that the Transformations menu allows the user to change the case of selected text. It cites several elements of the text's display, including Smart Copy/Paste, Smart Quotes, and Smart Dashes.

The article focuses on updates released by consumer electronics firm Apple regarding previews of its operating systems, iOS 7 and OS X 10.9 Mavericks.

The article discusses the criticisms against Apple's OS X Mavericks and iOS7 operating systems. It notes the claim of some critics that Apple OS X Mavericks and iOS 7 are the worst operating systems. Some features of the OS X Mavericks include iBooks, Maps and multiple display support in full-screen mode while iOS 7 has brighter icons and elegant interaction.

The article presents suggestions on dealing with problems related to installation of Lion, Mac operating system OS X 10.7. It is said that if the system displays some warnings, it may be solved by reducing the size of startup partition. It is said that if Internet connection is lost after installation, Mac OS X Lion Firewall should be turned off. It is suggested to redownload a fresh copy of the application, if installation fails due to a corrupt copy of the Install Mac OS X Lion application.

The article discusses the claim by Jefferies analyst Peter Misek that Apple may be merging its software for mobile devices, iOS, with the Mac operating system OSX. Misek believes that merger will enable consumers to move smoothly among mobile, Mac and even television environments and enjoy a consistent experience. He adds that a tighter ecosystem will result in more units sold, higher iAd revenues and gross margins, reduced research and development costs and greater ease of licensing content.

This article suggests that users of Apple Mac OS X operating system (OS) can download the program HyperDock at hyperdock.bahoom.de in order to bring the functionality of the Microsoft Windows 7 OS. It explains that some of the Windows 7 functionality that Mac OS X lacks are the thumbnail preview on the Taskbar and the full-size preview of a page when the cursor is moved over a thumbnail preview of a program's window.

The article talks about the operating systems of Apple Inc. The author emphasizes that the OS X operating system which set to ship under the code name, Lion, has caught his attention in a way that no OS X release has done since Apple embraced Intel Corp.'s x86 processors. He stresses that Apple's App Store model for vetting and deploying applications could work well in an enterprise setting provided that an enterprise's administrators could control the system and make their own vetting choices.

The author offers perspectives on the possible additions to the Mac OS X software from Apple Inc. The author notes that Apple has put Mac OS in second to the iPhone operating system, as the company announced it at the 2010 Worldwide Developers Conference. The author cited two additional ideas for Mac OS X, which are, new file system for the software and a touch-based feature.

The article presents the author's views on the lack of operating systems (OS) to challenge the dominance of Windows OS and the advent of open source applications as an alternative to its dependence. The author argues that Apple's OS can present a challenge to the Windows, but it has yet to offer enterprise-class service and support that a corporate audience require.

In this article, the author discusses the difficulty when accessing the Outlook Web Access via an Internet browser from the Mac OS X operating system (OS) running on a laptop. He believes that the Snow Leopard OS and its integration with the Microsoft Exchange can solve the compatibility issue he faced. He hopes that the next release of the Mac OS X will render the electronic mail integration experience.

The article reports that Apple Inc. has released an update of operating system OS X 10.5.3. The updated version, OS X 10.5.4, is released in order to fix several issues. The update addresses AirPort reliability issues with 5GHz networks, and fixes problems with iCal concerning iPhone syncing and the reliability of the meeting requests feature, among other things.

The article focuses on OS X 10.0, Apple Inc.'s operating system which was introduced in 2001. It informs that OS X 10.0 was the first ground-up overhaul of the Macintosh operating system since its introduction in 1984. Version 10.0 brought various design changes to the operating system platform which include Unix-based underpinnings, true preemptive multitasking, and the Aqua interface. At first 10.0 did not let users watch digital versatile discs (DVDs) or burn compact discs (CDs). It is maintained that nonnative applications have become a thing of the past, and OS X has become the truly modern operating system.

The article reports that a Mac computer clone preloaded with Apple's latest operating system (OS) X variant was being sold on eBay but was later removed. According to the author, the seller was not the first to sell computers running the Leopard system despite Apple's refusal to license its OS to other manufacturers.

The article focuses on a warning issued by Apple to those who use haxie, which refers to tweaks Mac OS X users can make after installing the company's Application Enhance (APE) software. Since these applications, like Font Card, Mighty Mouse and FruitMenu, change the operating system's code in ways Apple did not intend, they can cause problems with other software, the article notes. One example is Bare Bones Software products which display a warning after a crash or force-quit that might be caused by haxies.

The article offers some Terminal tricks to use on the Mac OS X operating system, dubbed Leopard, from Apple. It recommends launching the Terminal from Applications/Utilities and typing in various commands exactly as instructed. These tricks, with their commands, include making the Dock two-dimensional (2D) instead of three-dimensional (3D); adding a "Recent Applications" stack to the Dock; and forcing applications to display the expanded Print dialog by default.

The article offers information on the some changes made by Apple Inc. to its Mac OS X Leopard operating system. One of OS X's best features is that it can run many programs simultaneously. But a consequence of this capability is that one can end up with lots of application windows cluttering one's screen. In Leopard, Apple has addressed this issue with Spaces, which convinces one's computer that it has more than one desktop, or workspace, each of which can contain its own programs and windows. Users can then navigate between these virtual workspaces to access their discrete items. They can switch between workspaces in a number of ways.

The article reports on the hierarchical model used in the disclosure of folders and sub-folders under Apple Inc.'s Mac OS. It states that disclosure triangles have been the common method used in revealing the contents of MAC OS sub-folders without the need for opening another window. It shows that sub-sub-folders can also be viewed by clicking the triangles as well as be expanded even if the parent folder has been closed. In addition, the operating system also adopted the use of NeXT's column view which allows user to easily navigate folders and subfolders.

The article offers information on the functions of the four methods involved in installing Mac OS X Leopard to computers. It states that clicking Upgrade Mac OS X provides an opportunity to restore the old version and adopts to changes of the software. Meanwhile, the Archive and Install option carry out a complete installation of the operating software as well as automatically saves older files into the Previous System 1 folder located in the hard drive. In addition, Erase and Install erases all the files in the hard drive including the Leopard installation. Install Mac OS X only appears when an upgradeable version of Mac OS X has been selected.