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#1751 User is offline   j00n 

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Posted 11 August 2009 - 08:58 AM

QUOTE (dream_weaver @ Aug 10 2009, 05:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
heres a Mac Q, i have a imac g4 running leopard 10.5.7.

I want a bit of help on writing korean smoothly on the mac. i have all the 한굴 modes set. Using GongjinCheong Romaja i can write basic words as it follows the keyboard quite neatly like typing R for ㄹ.

But trying to type ㅕ as its not on the viewer, i have to switch to 390 sebulshik. so i keep switching between modes. is there a smoother way of doing this?


Best thing to do is go under the System Preferences>International>Input Menu
Check the box labeled 2-Set Korean. That's the only Hangul set you need, don't use any others. Then assign a hotkey to switch from English <> Korean...i used command+1.

PS. You should update to Mac OS X 10.5.8 as it included some critical updates.

QUOTE (monkeyboy @ Aug 9 2009, 11:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i just got a macbook pro today and it came with free ipod touch! haven't open it yet but they recommended me buying iwork for $50 w/ student discount...so iono..how is iwork? and i'm also overwhelmed by all this apple care, one to one support plan...do you really need it beside the 1 year warranty??? oh and i feel dumb for asking this but is it bad to always plug in the notebook w/ the battery attached or u should sometime unplug and use til the battery runs low? or take out the battery?...is it bad to shut down comp when not using or to put it to sleep?


Congrats! I never use iWork, for me after X years of using Microsoft Office that's all i need. Plus it's more compatible when opening and exchanging Office documents from Windows users. I think if you're going to invest in a $1000+ laptop you should get the Applecare Plan.

As far as the charging is concerned no worries - if your battery is already full charged, the computer uses it as straight up AC power and bypasses the battery.

QUOTE (jvchou1316 @ Aug 8 2009, 06:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hey guys,

you know when there are those 'software updates'? Sometimes there are big files like an update to Word (180-ish mb)... when you install those software updates, do the old files get deleted/or written over? or are those updates always taking additional space?

cause i'm really anal about spaaaace lolllll thank you!


very sorry if this has been asked before...


Unlike Windows, Mac does not store copies and copies of install files buried in your HD somewhere. The only additional space you will see taken is the patched application file. I usually unmout/delete .dmg after i'm done.
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#1752 User is offline   Raw Sugar 

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Posted 11 August 2009 - 01:54 PM

Thanks for the recommendations on the convertor! biggrin.gif

I have another question are there any programs, kind of like virtualdub for windows, where I can screencap a series of images from a video clip without having to play and pause the video endlessly?
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Posted 11 August 2009 - 05:42 PM

j00n you seriously rock! ive been meaning to do the damn update for two days now. thanks for reminding me and im gonna start practing my 한굴 on the 2 set. thanks!
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Posted 12 August 2009 - 04:55 PM

:D Used the student-discount offer and got a Macbook Pro (lowint) 13" with a free ipod touch. I love it to death.

I'm actually looking for a thin keyboard cover to keep dust and liquids out - anyone have any recommendations? Also a combination lock thing so I can use it at college this year.

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Posted 12 August 2009 - 05:20 PM

QUOTE (Safest @ Aug 12 2009, 07:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
biggrin.gif Used the student-discount offer and got a Macbook Pro (lowint) 13" with a free ipod touch. I love it to death.

I'm actually looking for a thin keyboard cover to keep dust and liquids out - anyone have any recommendations? Also a combination lock thing so I can use it at college this year.


I got the Moshi Clearguard for my laptop and it's (almost) perfect. The only complaint I have about it is that it isn't exactly fitted on the F9 keys but everywhere else it's just fine smile.gif
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Posted 13 August 2009 - 12:01 AM

I'm considering getting a Mac for the new school year, since we're leaving my laptop in China.
I'm just wondering if it can run any games that PC can, also I know that there's a Mac version of QQ, but is it good? Also, does other software from Tencent work on Mac? Do all programs designed for Windows work on the Mac?

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Posted 13 August 2009 - 06:58 PM

i have a 13" macbook and am wondering what is a good laptop cooler for it? the fan goes off pretty easily.
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Posted 13 August 2009 - 11:20 PM

QUOTE (chimxx @ Aug 10 2009, 02:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
just got a 13" macbook pro yesterday from the apple store.
got the student discount thing, and a "free" ipod touch.
i'm HELLA satisfied. biggrin.gif and glad i decided to get a mac instead of another HP.

and thanks <yiboy> for recommending EVOM.
i'm using it now, and yes! ...simple and efficient as you said. XD

my mom got me that one-to-one training thing though.... was it necessary?


lol no problem. And one-to-one training really isn't necessary and anything you get stuck on, you can usually just google it or ask it here on this thread.

One-to-one training is if you're completely clueless about macs, and even then just messing around with the mac can usually lead to you figuring things out about your computer yourself and that's usually immensely satisfying. (well, for me anyways. lol)

Hope that helps.

And btw, Welcome to the Mac World! I'm sure you'll enjoy your experience a lot more than PCs. tongue.gif
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Posted 14 August 2009 - 12:19 AM

hi, im not a mac user yet but im planning to get one. any suggestions?
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Posted 14 August 2009 - 03:01 AM

QUOTE (green.teax @ Aug 13 2009, 04:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm considering getting a Mac for the new school year, since we're leaving my laptop in China.
I'm just wondering if it can run any games that PC can, also I know that there's a Mac version of QQ, but is it good? Also, does other software from Tencent work on Mac? Do all programs designed for Windows work on the Mac?


If you get a Macbook Pro (or probably better is an iMac) you can run a program that runs Windows on the Mac. However, unless there is a Mac version, Windows software doesn't work on a Mac. I don't really game, but generally Macs aren't known for being good gaming computers.
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Posted 15 August 2009 - 03:41 AM

QUOTE (echoism @ Aug 14 2009, 07:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If you get a Macbook Pro (or probably better is an iMac) you can run a program that runs Windows on the Mac. However, unless there is a Mac version, Windows software doesn't work on a Mac. I don't really game, but generally Macs aren't known for being good gaming computers.

I see, so as long as I have the program, say Parallels or Bootcamp(?) then I can run the software on the Mac?

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Posted 15 August 2009 - 09:08 PM

i just got one today! went from a PC to a Mac. I like them both equally. I got the 13 inch mac book pro
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Posted 16 August 2009 - 09:32 PM

QUOTE (its ann @ Aug 16 2009, 01:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i just got one today! went from a PC to a Mac. I like them both equally. I got the 13 inch mac book pro


congrats on becoming a mac user happy.gif
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Posted 17 August 2009 - 05:42 AM

QUOTE (green.teax @ Aug 13 2009, 01:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm considering getting a Mac for the new school year, since we're leaving my laptop in China.
I'm just wondering if it can run any games that PC can, also I know that there's a Mac version of QQ, but is it good? Also, does other software from Tencent work on Mac? Do all programs designed for Windows work on the Mac?


Since Mac OS X and Windows are completely separate operating systems, what works on one won't work on the other. It's like asking if your BMW car key will work for Mercedes. However, there is many alternative software options for the Mac - and most of the popular names such as Microsoft Office are available in both Mac and PC version. If you have games or software that is exclusively for Windows, i would recommend getting Bootcamp, which allows you to restart your Macbook as a Windows machine (will need your own copy of Windows).

There is no reason that Macs aren't suited for games - it's pure business really. Since Windows owns the majority of the PC market worldwide, it's not profitable for most companies to create a Mac and a Windows version of the game. However there are some Mac options for gaming. Check out: http://www.apple.com/games/



QUOTE (tomatomato @ Aug 13 2009, 07:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i have a 13" macbook and am wondering what is a good laptop cooler for it? the fan goes off pretty easily.

Why do you need additional cooling? I've never needed one.
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Posted 17 August 2009 - 09:42 AM

Hi everyone,
glad to see so many Mac users here.
Just got a question. Could anyone recommend a good program to create .rar files? I've tried SimplyRar, but that could only split files to max. 100Mb. Isn't there one where you can manually give in at which size to split the files?

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Posted 17 August 2009 - 08:22 PM

I'm booking a Genius Bar appointment for the dead pixel thing. How's the process like if I have to get something fixed or replaced? I'm not sure what to do with my files/data I have right now. ~_~
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Posted 18 August 2009 - 06:27 AM

i just bought a 13 inch mbp! my first apply purchase! i bought the 2.26 GHz with 2 gb ram. I should upgrade the ram to 4gm right or should i just leave it? I'm just using it for simple stuff (school, watching dramas online, listening to music, etc.) i have a question about the battery life? so when i first take it out of the box i'm supposed to fully charge it first? And how can i preserve the battery life since its unibody =|. do i plug it in an outlet whenever i'm using it.... or just it's better to just use up the battery and then charge it when its almost 0%?

Should I get the moshi clear keyboard protector thing if i'm going to put stickers on my keyboard? (i'm learning korean so I want to put those hangul stickers on my keys). Lastly can someone recommend me a good case for my mbp! I'm currently looking at this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015RB3V...4548&sr=1-4

and this:

http://www.amazon.com/Incase-CL57197-Neopr...616&sr=1-21

i'm so excited yet nervous!
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Posted 18 August 2009 - 12:00 PM

Apple event scheduled for September 9th....new Nanos and Touches with cameras.

As for games...Starcraft 2 is all u need when it comes out. ahaha
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Posted 18 August 2009 - 09:31 PM

stuck pixels?
Has anyone tried JScreenFix?

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Posted 19 August 2009 - 07:04 AM

I had an older generation of MBP's but it slowly died on me =[ It would overheat and make loud twirling noises.. And there were some ugly scratches on it due to my carelessness x_x

So can anyone recommend a case (not bag) for a new 15" MPB? I just got one and am scared to scratch it up haha.

Also a keyboard protector (something to put over it but still allows me to type freely) recommendation would be great as well.. Thank you!



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