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=== Useful Links ===  
=== Useful Links ===  
* [http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1343 Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts]
* [http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1343 Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts]
=== Tips for getting Mac-friendly or otherwise ===
* '''Disable auto unzipping of Safari downloaded zip file''': Safari automatically unzips downloaded zip file. You can disable it by Safari-Preferences -> General tab -> Uncheck 'Open safe files after downloading' . Also note that Safari/Mac does not show any window/prompt/status when the download starts.
* '''Changing Terminal window title''': echo -n -e "\033]0; <your-title> \007"

Revision as of 21:09, 20 August 2009

Mac OS user notes

Software Install

  • Microsoft Office 2008: Download ISO from UAB IT software library. The Mac OS X is able to do installation directly from an ISO file.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Download and install Firefox from the Mozilla website

Configurations

  • LDAP for address book: Check UAB IT FAQ page for LDAP configuration settings.

Useful Links

Tips for getting Mac-friendly or otherwise

  • Disable auto unzipping of Safari downloaded zip file: Safari automatically unzips downloaded zip file. You can disable it by Safari-Preferences -> General tab -> Uncheck 'Open safe files after downloading' . Also note that Safari/Mac does not show any window/prompt/status when the download starts.
  • Changing Terminal window title: echo -n -e "\033]0; <your-title> \007"