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OS deathmatch: Snow Leopard vs. Windows 7 Round I and Round II
Preston Gralla and Michael DeAgonia pit the new OSes from Apple and Microsoft head to head.

Review: Apple's Snow Leopard opens door to a fab future
Mac OS X Snow Leopard offers a slew of hidden features and lays the groundwork for big advances to come.

What's the real deal with 64-bit computing in Snow Leopard?
Is it a 64-bit OS or isn't it? Columnist Ryan Faas cuts through the confusion.

Upgrading to Apple's Snow Leopard OS: What you need to know
With Snow Leopard, Apple has made the Mac OS X upgrade process as painless as possible. We walk you through the steps.

Snow Leopard: Which apps, utilities have been left behind?
Some applications aren't yet compatible with the new Mac OS. We let you know which, and offer some alternatives.

11 major new Snow Leopard features
Snow Leopard may be a "minor" update to Mac OS X, but it's got plenty of big new features. Here's an inside look.

Gauging Snow Leopard's speed gains
One major goal of Snow Leopard's under-the-hood refinements is improved performance. We put it to the test.

15 easy fixes for Mac security risks
How safe is your Mac? Maybe not as safe as you think. Here are some quick ways to beef up its security.

Living on Air: A Windows guru spends two weeks with a Mac
Windows expert Preston Gralla was challenged to work with Apple's MacBook Air for two weeks. Will he ever go back to a PC?

10 essential tasks to keep Leopard purring
Keep Mac OS X Leopard in tip-top condition with these key maintenance steps.

Windows on the Mac: Parallels 5 vs. Fusion 3 vs. VirtualBox 3.1
Review: Two Mac virtualization tools get optimized for Windows 7, while one lags behind.

Google Chrome for Mac: Hands on
The Google Chrome team has released a developer version of Chrome for both Mac and Linux users, but it has a long way to go before it can become your default browser.

The hidden features in Apple's latest iPhoto update
Apple did more than bolster stability in iPhoto with its recent update: It also added some cool and useful features to Faces and Places. Computerworld columnist Ryan Faas details what's new.

Review: Apple's iLife '09 'a must-have update'
With major updates across four of its five apps, Apple's newest iLife suite is well worth the $79 upgrade cost.

Review: Apple's iWork '09 gets online sharing, 'evolutionary' updates
Apple's office suite gets a number of evolutionary updates this year, along with iWork.com, Apple's take on Web-based document sharing.

OpenOffice.org launches first native Mac OS X suite
OpenOffice.org has released the first version of its open-source application suite written for Mac OS X. The new OpenOffice.org 3.0 runs only on Intel-based Macs.

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Apple's new 21.5-in. iMac packs a punch for the price
Even the entry-level model of Apple's updated desktop is well outfitted.

First take: Apple's new MacBook offers sleek style, solid performance
Apple's new 13-in. MacBook still costs $999, but it now comes with a faster processor under the hood and a more curvaceous, and stylish, look.

Review: Apple's new 27-in. iMac is 'stunning'
The updated iMac now offers a screen resolution that's higher than HD.

Hands on: Apple's 13-inch MacBook Pro packs a punch
Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Pro adds enough snazzy new features -- including faster processors, increased battery life and a better LED -- to justify the "Pro" now appended to its name.

Review: Apple's 15-in. MacBook Pro now faster -- and cheaper
The new midsize MacBook Pro gets an evolutionary upgrade and something that, from Apple, is revolutionary -- a price cut.

Review: Apple's Mac Mini offers versatility, better graphics
With improved Nvidia graphics and a SuperDrive available now in the $599 model, the Mac Mini still makes sense economically -- as long as you don't trick it out.

Apple's Mac: 25 years and still going strong
On Jan. 24, 1984, Apple unveiled its new Macintosh computer. It featured an 8-MHz processor, 128KB of memory, a 9-in. black-and-white screen and something called a 'mouse.' The rest is history.

Opinion: The top 10 standout Macs of the past 25 years
Launched in January 1984, the first Apple Macintosh opened the door for a computer revolution. Michael DeAgonia chooses the 10 Mac models that have made the biggest splash.

Secrets of the Mac trackpad, from iBook to MacBook Air
Whether your Apple laptop is brand-new or long in the tooth, an array of specialized options can make navigating faster and easier.

Mac management for Windows IT folks
Ryan Faas has tools and techniques for adding Macs to your network safely and effectively.

Get Leopard and Windows to play nice
Mac OS X and Windows machines don't get along, right? Wrong. Try our tips for cross-platform happiness on your network.

Mac (in)security: How to secure Macs in business
The days of free passes from malware and viruses are over. Business users need to pay close attention to six critical Mac security issues.

Hands on: Configuring Apple's NetBoot service, Part 1 and Part 2
NetBoot allows admins to use the same network-based image for Macs throughout a network; here are some tips and tricks for making it work for you.

Hands on: Setting up Mac OS X Open Directory
Mac expert Ryan Faas takes you through the ins and outs of creating shared directory domains and offers tips about how to configure the software.

How-to: Understanding Mac OS X Open Directory
An introduction to directory services in the Mac environment. Tips include how to manage search paths for shared domains, how to use the directory access utility and more.

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