[b]About this thread.[/b] I made this thread because my last one died and it needed worked on. This is to help you with just about anything with computers. [b]Mac Specific[/b] These are tutorials for things only on the Mac. [quote] [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORyDm7J71Co]Objective C[/url] Q:What is Objective C? A: Objective C is an Object based programming language utilized by all Apple products. If you want to learn, watch the videos above, this guy does a great job and helps you every step of the way. [/quote] [quote] [b]Reboot Functions On a Mac[/b] Choose Boot Disk: Upon startup hold down the Option key and use the directional keys to select the partition or drive you want to boot your Mac from. But be warned, if you do not have an Operating System installed on the drive or partition your Mac will give you an error and you will have to restart. PRAM and NVRAM Reset: Don't worry this is absolutely harmless, it actually speeds up your computer. To do a PRAM reset upon startup, hold down Command+ Option+ P+ R, hold until you hear a second startup noise. I recommend you do this every month. SMC Reset: This is also harmless but you only need to do this if you suspect that your Mac isn't routing power correctly. To do this you must have your computer plugged in with your Magsafe charger. Hold the Power Button + Command + Shift + Option. Release all of the keys at once, then press the power button on your computer. [/quote] [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Uigx0pYqP0] Basic Mac Tutorial[/url] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [b] Windows [/b] [b]Truth be told, I haven't used windows in over 2 years, if you would like to fill this space post your info, or PM me.CHRISLY0NZ UK I'm calling you out.[/b] ----------------------------------------------------------- [b]Linux[/b] Q: What is Linux? A: Contrary to popular belief, Linux is not an Operating System itself, however it is a software kernel. It's really UNIX Open- Source, the actual operating systems are called, Distros. Q: Where do I acquire the distros? A : Depends on which one you want really. [quote]Here are a few: [url=http://www.ubuntu.com/]Ubuntu[/url] [url=http://www.debian.org/]Debian[/url] [url=http://www.archlinux.org/]Arch Linux[/url] [url=http://www.gentoo.org/]Gentoo[/url] [url=http://www.chromium.org/chromium-os]Chromium OS[/url] [url=http://distrowatch.com/]Distrowatch[/url] [url=http://fedoraproject.org/] Fedora[/url][/quote] Did I mention these were free? [b]Freeware[/b] [b]Web Browsers[/b] [quote] [url=http://www.apple.com/safari/]Safari[/url] I'll be honest with you, this is what I use everyday, Chrome and Firefox mostly collect dust. Safari works with Macs and PC's[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]Firefox[/url] This works with all Operating Systems[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.google.com/chrome] Google Chrome[/url] This works with all Operating systems[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.opera.com/]Opera[/url] This works with all operating systems.[/quote] [quote][url=http://nightly.mozilla.org/]Firefox Nightly[/url] Works with all operating systems, this is an experimental build of firefox[/quote] [b]Media[/b] [quote] [url=http://mpc-hc.sourceforge.net/]Media Player Classic[/url] Supposed ''Worlds Fastest Media Player'' Only works with Windows. [/quote] [quote] [url=http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mplayerx/id421131143?mt=12]MPlayerX[/url] It by all means plays every format, it's one of my personal favorites. Unfortunately, it only works with Macs[/quote] [quote] [url=http://banshee.fm/download/]Banshee[/url] It's a media player, but be warned for OS X it's not as stable as releases for Linux Works with all Operating Systems[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.vlcmediaplayer.org/download.html]VLC Media Player[/url] It plays movies, music, and stuff Mac and Windows support ( Not sure of Linux) [/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.apple.com/itunes/]iTunes[/url] Media Player as well as an expansive Music/ Movie/Apps Store Works with Mac OS X and Windows[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.zune.net/en-US/]Zune[/url] Same deal as iTunes, only with Zune Apps( Also shinier) Works with PC only[/quote] [b] Media Work[/b] [quote] [url=http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/download/trials/vegaspro]Sony Vegas Pro 11[/url] This is a legal demo of video editing software. This is a powerful piece of software, however I would not recommend it for beginners. Windows Only[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.adobe.com/downloads/]Adobe Creative Suite[/url] This is everything you need, to download the demo, make an adobe account and then get the demo. Mac and Windows[/quote] [quote][url=http://explore.live.com/windows-live-movie-maker]Movie Maker[/url] It's a very basic video editing program. Windows only[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.formatoz.com/]Format Factory[/url] <3 this program if your OS supports it, it can be ultra useful. Works with Windows only.[/quote] [b] Convenience Apps[/b] [quote] [url=http://rainmeter.net/cms/]Rainmeter[/url] This app lets you customize your desktop, it's pretty sweet. Download it, right now. Windows XP and later are only supported with Rainmeter.[/quote] [quote] [url=http://conky.sourceforge.net/]Conky[/url] It's a lightweight system moniter for Linux only, it can be useful if you know what the numbers mean. [i]Mason, what do the numbers mean!?[/i] [/quote] [quote] [url=http://stereopsis.com/flux/]Flux[/url] Flux takes into account the time, date, and weather to judge how bright your screen should be. All OS's are supported..[/quote] [quote] [url=http://rocketdock.com/]Rocketdock[/url] For windows, makes a dock where you can basically bookmark the applications you use every day so you can access them more easily, as well as keep your desktop a little cleaner. Windows only[/quote] [b]Photo Work[/b] [quote] [url=http://www.gimp.org/]Gimp[/url] It's like a free version of Photoshop + Paint Works with all Operating Systems[/quote] [quote] [url=http://inkscape.org/index.php?lang=en]Inkscape[/url] Think like a Free version of Illustrator. Works with all Operating Systems[/quote] [quote] [url=http://picasa.google.com/mac/]Picasa[/url] It's a photo organizer. Works with all Operating Systems[/quote] [b]Productivity Stuff[/b] [quote] [url=http://www.libreoffice.org/]Libre Office[/url] Make Documents, Spreadsheets, Presentations Databases and much, much more for free. Works with all Operating Systems. [/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.openoffice.org/]Open Office[/url] Same thing as above, I just want to see the feedback on both as to which is better. Works with all Operating Systems[/quote] [quote][url=http://www2.buyoffice.microsoft.com/usa/?torb=4&WT.mc_id=ODC_ENUS_GenTry_Control]Microsoft Office[/url] Probably one of the most popular pieces of software of all time. Create documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and databases with ease lots of nice features. Note: This is a link to trial software. Works with Mac/Windows [/quote] [b] Gaming [/b] [quote] [url=http://store.steampowered.com/]Steam[/url] A great game downloading client with great support, servers, and tons of deals. Works with PC/Mac Note: Only some games work with Macs[/quote] [quote] [url=http://store.origin.com/store/ea/home/]EA Origin[/url] A web browser based online store for all of EA's games. They only support PC games soooo....[/quote] [b]Software Development Kits and Game Engines. [/b] [quote][url=http://www.udk.com/]Unreal Engine 3 ( UDK)[/url] Yes it's free and you can really build games on it if you know how. Works with Mac and PC[/quote] [quote] [url=http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/aa937791] Microsoft XNA [/url] Will help you with Direct X, Xbox, and Windows software and game development[/quote] [quote] [url=http://www.dreamspark.com/default.aspx]Dreamspark[/url] Microsoft's hub to give out SDK's for every product they ever made. Works with Windows only. [/quote] [quote] [url=http://mycryengine.com/]Cryengine 3[/url] You're all thinking it, yes it's free for all non-commercial use. If you make money off the game you have to get an additional license. Only works with Windows ( I think) [/quote] [quote] [url=http://developer.apple.com/xcode/]Xcode 4[/url] Build anything to your hearts desire for Mac or iDevices. Lot's of cool features and easy to use. This is an IDE/SDK for the mac that supports C/C++/Objective C and Python. Mac Only :([/url] [/quote] [b]Virus Protection[/b] [quote] [url=http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download]Avast Free[/url] Works with PC only[/quote] [quote] [url=http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/security-essentials]Microsoft Security Essentials[/url] Works with PC only[/quote] [Edited on 02.14.2012 5:02 AM PST]