OS Switch (PC to Mac and back)

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Add a Printer

On PC On Mac
Setup Printer PC Setup Printer Mac


Add Additional Software from the WSU Network

On PC On Mac
Software Center Managed Software Center

Access Class Store

on the T drive = "\\winona.edu\dfs\Community\ClassStorage" Go ->Connect to Server. In the dialog box look for "smb://files.winona.edu/classes/"
On PC On Mac
Class Store PC Class Store Mac

Control Panel vs System Preferences

Control Panel and System Preferences allow you to change default settings on your computer.
On PC On Mac
Control Panel System Preferences


Connect to Wireless Internet

Wireless on Mac is referred to as Airport.
On PC On Mac
Wireless Airport


Internet Browser

Internet Explorer is the default for PC, and Safari is the default for Mac.
On PC On Mac
Internet Explorer Safari

File Backup

Listed below are methods to safely backup all of your data on both platforms.
On PC On Mac
PC Backup Mac Backup

Right Click

You can use right-click to access a shortcut menu or commands (like copy & paste).
On PC On Mac
Right Click Two finger's on trackpad to right click


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