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At the WWDC keynote presentation, Apple shows how OS X Lion will seamlessly work with other devices, giving users access to everything wherever they go. It's coming in July, a quite affordable update at $29.99, if you're already on Snow Leopard. Are you ready? Keep an eye on this page for ongoing news coverage and tips, slideshows, and videos. In the meantime, find out more about what Apple has in store for its desktop OS.
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OS X news
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Optical drives not working with Mountain Lion for some May 21, 2013 12:47 PM PDT
After installing OS X Mountain Lion, some people are finding their internal optical drives are no longer functioning. Read more
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How to create an OS X installer from Apple's Internet Recovery May 15, 2013 9:26 AM PDT
You can create a standalone OS X installation drive without having purchased OS X from the App Store. Read more
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Apple adds site-by-site Java support to Safari for OS X 10.6 April 16, 2013 7:10 PM PDT
The latest version of Safari gives Snow Leopard users more control over what Java content is displayed. Read more
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OS X not accepting your screensaver password? Try this April 8, 2013 1:51 PM PDT
Manual changes to your account may prevent OS X from supplying valid log-in credentials at security prompts. Read more
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Q&A: MacFixIt Answers March 29, 2013 1:43 PM PDT
Readers ask about the feasibility of fixing a broken MacBook trackpad, and other Mac-related questions. Read more
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What to do when a Mac won't boot to Safe Mode March 11, 2013 4:54 PM PDT
If your system hangs when going into Safe Mode, or will not load into Safe Mode at all, there are a couple of things you can do to fix the situation. Read more
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Passware expands to grab Facebook and Google passwords February 20, 2013 1:29 PM PST
Password-scanning technology is gaining ground, but there are ways you can help secure your Mac against it. Read more
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OS X Snow Leopard reviews from CNET editors
Apple Mac OS X Snow Leopard The bottom line: Intel Mac users will like Snow Leopard's smartly designed interface enhancements, and its Exchange support is a must-have (especially with Outlook for Mac on the way). With a ton of technological improvements, Snow Leopard is worth the $29 upgrade fee. | ||
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard The bottom line: The grace of Leopard's interface enhancements makes productivity more pleasurable with a Mac, as more than 300 functional and fun features top off this update. | ||
OS X Snow Leopard downloads
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HandBrake 
Rip data onto disk with this DVD-to-MPEG-4 ripper or converter.
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Apple iTunes Manage your music and movie libraries on your PC, iPod or iPhone.
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Disk Drill Recover and protect data on your Mac, monitor S.M.A.R.T. and back up failing disks.
Added on April 24, 2013Editors' rating
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