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<\/div>\n\nThe video shows hints about keyboard shortcuts (such as using the Command key on a Mac instead of the Control key on a PC), and using Command-Option-Escape on a Mac to force-quit an application, much like Control-Alt-Delete does on Windows. There’s also tips on using the mouse on a Mac, and using the trackpad to perform gestures to get around your laptop.<\/p>\n
Switchers are also going to need help on controlling windows; closing and minimizing controls, of course, are on the top left of windows on a Mac, much like the buttons on the top right of a window on Windows. There’s also tips on the differences and how to adjust to similar features and applications on a Mac, like the differences between Windows Explorer and the Finder on the Mac, and what parallels there are between other bundled applications. Finally, there’s also tips on which web browser to use, how to eject a disc, and where to go for help.<\/p>\n
If you’ve got a friend or family member who’s new to Mac OS X, it’s something they should check out to help get used to using the Mac. Of course, right after that, the next step is to read through our library of Mac 101<\/a> tips and tricks for novice Mac users.<\/p>\n TUAW<\/a>Mac 101: AllThingsD delivers a video guide for Mac novices<\/a> originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)<\/a> on Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds<\/a>.<\/p>\n Read<\/a> | Permalink<\/a> | Email this<\/a> | Comments<\/a> <\/p>\n Buy This Item: [Click here to buy this item]<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/h6>\n