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So you just got your first Mac -- now what?
So you just got your first Mac -- now what?
All day on December 25, TUAW presents "Now What?" We've got first steps and recommendations for all the Apple gifts you (hopefully!) found under the tree today. Happy holidays! If you're a Mac veteran, send a link to this post to the switcher on your holiday list. Merry Christmas, new Mac ...
Mac Giving Tree
Mac Giving Tree
givingtree.macheist.com — Synergy $14 Wincent You love music, right? Well, with Synergy you’ll love your music collection even more.... Display your album covers on your desktop, have more control through hot keys, and much more. Get the original iTunes extender for free and ... (more) Mac Giving Tree
MobileMe: Service Updates as of December 22, 2008
support.apple.com — Release date: Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:48:00 GMT (more) MobileMe: Service Updates as of December 22, 2008
HP debuts Mac-compatible MediaSmart ex485 / ex487 home servers
HP debuts Mac-compatible MediaSmart ex485 / ex487 home servers
engadget.com — It's been a long, long while since we've heard the words HP MediaSmart , and in fact,... the last mention that was made wasn't exactly positive . HP's looking to put the past away and forge ahead with two new ones in the line, the Mac-friendly ex485 ... (more) HP debuts Mac-compatible MediaSmart ex485 / ex487 home ...
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