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    File Sharing w/ PC

    That part is actually not odd at all, it's a very common error with windows XP and OS X 10.5-6. I have the exact same problem, but after I enter the username password, it still says guest but I can see all the files I set to shared. Both my macbook pro and my windows are not on the same...
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    File Sharing w/ PC

    In most cases you have to set specific files to be able to be shared across your network. If you dont set anything and you try to mount it using SMB nothing will show up. Here's how you do it: 1. Go on your windows, and choose the directory that your mostly going to share 2. Right Click 3...
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    Mac Book Pro Memory upgrade

    "OWC Memory for Apple Mac Pro models fully meets and/or exceeds both JEDEC and Apple Design Specifications including use of specific required heat-shield and chip components." Source: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/memory/Mac-Pro-Memory Yes, I know it is for Mac Pro's but apple still has some...
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    Network/Router monitoring

    1 + 2 are alternates to your question, i'm not personally familiar with any mac programs that blocks other users. If you would like to search, you can try "Mac/OSX Wifi blocker programs" and things like that, and don't use the word monitoring 1. Put foil and use it to aim the signal directly...
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    Advice on going wireless with a Macbook

    #1 As stated above, yes it will #2 Just a little added info, you will be surprised by the speeds wireless can reach, nowadays you can have the same speed as a wired network straight from your laptop. Apple laptops have been known to have sub par built in networking cards, in which a windows...
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    connecting to a router

    If you want to configure your router, follow these steps: 1. Make sure you are connected to it, either hardwire or wireless 2. Open up any browser 3. In the URL bar type: 192.168.1.0 (192.168.0.1 for dlink) 4. Default for linksys routers is no username and password is admin! If you have an...
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    Tetris in Terminal

    You can play Tetris right in your terminal command window! Best part, its built in already and you just have to access it! This is a side feature Apple put in just for the fun of it and serves no real purpose, it's also great for new users to feel special and use terminal. Here are the steps...
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    reset administrator password

    Have you restarted? Here are the steps, tell us where you are at. 1. Insert OS X Install disk, it doesnt matter what it asks just ignore it, as long as it is in. 2. Restart your computer. 3. When you hear the chime and the white screen comes on, instantly hold down the "C" button. 4. Keep...
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    Mac Book Pro Memory upgrade

    If I remember correctly mac uses Kingston ram with a special heat protection for laptops. When looking for ram, there should be an Apple certification or just a guarantee that it will work fine on a mac. If you need to save money any type of ram will work and never buy from apple. If you live...
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    Optical drive not accepting CDs/DVDs

    Another option is going to your local electronics store and buying a USB external hardrive. This is, of course, is for you if you barely use cd's. I found a mac compatible one at bestbuy for $55 Canadian and im happy with it, the only downside is you cant boot from it unless it is a Mac OS disk...
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    Will Sims 3 run on Macbook 1GB RAM?

    Your Mac will run it really badly with your current setup and you will not enjoy it at all, just trust me on that. If you upgrade your ram you will see a great performance increase, but non-the-less the macbook is not meant to run any serious games. Also, your computer will get super hot very...
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