OS X v.10.4 Macintosh

Welcome to Mac OS X v.10.4 at Wellesley College

This guide provides information on using your new Macintosh OS X v.10.4 computer at Wellesley College. If you are viewing this page on the web, click on the following colored links for information on each topic.

CONTENTS

1. Introduction to the Macintosh
   
   This page provides an overview of the Macintosh computer and the Mac OS X v.10.4 operating system, including an introduction to its operation, layout, and general use as a tool for Internet access and desktop productivity.
   
   
2. Logging In and Multiple Accounts
   
   Here you will find an explanation on how to log into OS X v.10.4 and how to set up multiple accounts on your computer so that other people can use your computer while still maintainng your privacy and security.
   
   
3. Working with Applications
   
   Learn where your applications are located, what the difference is between Classic and Native OS X applications and how to run applications on your computer.
   
   
4. Working with the Wellesley College Network
   
   Learn what you can do on the Wellesley College network to facilitate communication among faculty, staff, and students using networked computers and networking software.
   
   
5. Working with Basic Desktop Applications
   
   Desktop applications on your computer include software for creating papers, spreadsheets, presentations, and graphics.
   
   
6. What's new or different in OS X v.10.4?
   
   This information provides a brief explaination of the changes in OS X v.10.4.
   
   
7. Backing up and Restoring Documents
   
   Click on the Backing up link for instructions on how to back up your OS X v.10.4 computer. Click on the Restoring Documents link to learn where to place backed up files on your new OS X v.10.4 computer.
   
   
8. Setting up Printers
   
   These instructions will walk you through setting up a new printer in OS X v.10.4.
   
   
9. Software Update
   
   Information Services recommends that you run Software Update regularly. This page will give you information on and instructions for how to run Software Update on your OS X v.10.4 computer.
   
   
10. Mac OS X v.10.4 FAQ
    
    Find answers to frequently asked questions about Mac OS X v.10.4.
    
    
11. Getting Help
    
    Help with using your computer is readily available, from application-specific help menus to software documentation on the Wellesley College Computing webpages.
    
    
12. Glossary of Terms
    
    Refer to this page for definitions of terms used in this documentation.

• Erin Foti
• Information Services
• Date Created: September 14, 2005
• Last Modified: September 14, 2005
• Page Expires: July 1, 2006