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Created by: Amy

2/13/09 @ 10:42pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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hey everyone, im new here and trying to get set up. i have a mac with the os x operating system and it seems i need windows to download the vs studio software...
has anyone else run into this problem that can help me out??
thanks!!

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Created by: mr.lickins

2/13/09 @ 11:46pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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The only way is to load windows and make sure load the net frame tool kit (its a 2hr download) adobe flash player and use a cam other then the built in. when downloading the net and adoble make sure you are in internet exploxer not firefox.... :thumbsup

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Created by: Chloe Star

2/14/09 @ 8:58pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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Created by: pappapero

2/15/09 @ 11:13am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00
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u might want to try virtual machines like parallels or vmware fusion.

I would suggest parallels since it has a nice feature called "coherence" which let's u swap window's desktop away and have windows applications running like they were running in osx (u still have windows running underneath but at least u don't see it ;D)
U can even have the chat application shortcutted to you dock for click and go

f4f might want to port its app per OSX as well, is not hard ;)

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Created by: purgatory

2/15/09 @ 12:15pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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I had alot of problems with this. Ended up that I was going to have to suck it up and get windows, which requires boot camp to operate....and then its risky because they don't recommend using the internet when your running windows on your mac because it puts your mac at risk for viruses (which is half the reason I am a mac user). In the end I just used a laptop I had that was running a windows os.

Hi dear, okay 1st myth I need to answer for you is a Mac is more secure then a windows pc, not true, both are just as prone if not setup correctly, also you can run windows fine on a mac with boot camp and all you need to to is install a virus checker , something like norton also to update windows to the latest updates and install also windows defender and you're good to go.

Also i'm guessing your internet router will have a built in firewall too, that is very common now that all routers come with them built in..

So the security aspect of running a mac in windows is exactly he same as running a mac in os-x, same there you need to install a virus checker .. the myth they like you to believe at apple is it's more secure .. ummm yes sure just like their unbreakable Iphone :orglaugh

.. Don't believe the hype from computer companies it's all lies, therr is no such thing ever that is secure.. Everything can be reverse engineered and with enough time broken.

Yes VS does not seem to provide mac support on the performer application which is basically due to not many users really using a mac also they would have to program the performer application for the mac, which might be worth them doing if it is easy enough just to port it over and fine tune it to work.

Regards

Nabil

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Created by: purgatory

2/15/09 @ 12:18pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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u might want to try virtual machines like parallels or vmware fusion.
I would suggest parallels since it has a nice feature called "coherence" which let's u swap window's desktop away and have windows applications running like they were running in osx (u still have windows running underneath but at least u don't see it ;D)
U can even have the chat application shortcutted to you dock for click and go

f4f might want to port its app per OSX as well, is not hard ;)

Running a virtual machine may cause the performer application or windows to run very slow, it really depends on what her mac specs are for it to run well.

But good idea too :thumbsup

What apple mac are you using and what are it's specs ? Also do you have driver support for that mac if you do run windows on it ? some macs won't allow all the hardware to work on a windows setup too, you will need to research it a bit, but if it's a recent mac it sound work fine without too many problems.

Regards

Nabil

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Created by: Brody Claiborne

2/15/09 @ 1:13pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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Hey Amy, I hope this isn't too late for you

I am also on a mac, and the first few people to answer your question have been right.

When it comes down to it you have to install windows (xp or vista) on your mac, using bootcamp.

And once the install is complete you have to insert your OS X disks into your computer to install all of the features from the mac side onto the windows side.

And once everything is completed, you will be able to use your cam perfectly

Let me know if I can help you out sometime Amy :P

-Brody

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Created by: Brody Claiborne

2/15/09 @ 1:16pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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OH one more thing!

If you do get a virus on the Windows side....it WILL NOT!!!!! effect the mac side, windows uses ms-dos, and macs use unix

You are extremely safe on your mac side

(the partitioning puts like a wall in your hard drive.)

i am really making myself look nerdy :P hahah

- Brody :P

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Created by: pappapero

2/15/09 @ 1:47pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00
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well brody, this is a pretty nerdy thread ;P

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Created by: mr_mercury

2/15/09 @ 2:42pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00
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I'm using a Mac with OS X 10.5.6 . One thing I've noticed on the customer side. is that whenever a model logs out. My browser crashes. no matter what browser i use. Firefox, Camino, Opera, Safari. Safari tells me its an issue with Flash. running the latest version of that. Anyone else experience this?

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Created by: pappapero

2/15/09 @ 3:27pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00
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yes,it sometimes happened to me too.
I actually noticed it gets better switching to the debug-plugin (the one u find in the CS4 flash installation).

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Created by: penpal069

2/15/09 @ 8:01pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00
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Although you may not want to do this, another option is to simply buy a cheap PC. Whether that be a laptop or desktop, depends on what your setup is like. Windows based laptops and desktops can be really cheap in price anywhere between $400 - $600 for something right off the shelf. And that's all you really need now adays. Almost every system I've seen is powerful enough.

An advantage to this is you don't need to mess with your MAC to get the performer app installed and running. Also, since the PC won't be your main system you can leave your layout up, if you want, not having to worry about unplugging your equipment and then setting it up again before a performance. You'd still want to ensure it has some form of antivirus software installed and once a month the Windows Updates have been installed.

I know, its not necessarily a way you may want to go, but depending on how comfortable you are with computers in general and if you're willing to spend that extra $$.

Mainly food for thought when it comes to options.

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Created by: Chloe Star

2/15/09 @ 8:08pm (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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Myth or not, I prefer Mac. Just giving her my troubles with mac and VS, from the performers pov. I personally have mac because I go to school for webdesign and graphics, so it just makes more sense. However, I wasn't willing to go purchase the programs needed to run windows on my mac so that I can run vs applications...it was easier for me personally to use my old laptop. lol definitely didn't want to start a computer war on here, just helpin the girl out.

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Created by: Amy

2/18/09 @ 5:59am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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so i installed parallels, but now im stuck as i dont know how to install windows. i tried to download windows xp from a torrent site, which i think worked but i dont know how to use it with parallels.

and my disk drive hasnt worked since my macbook took a spill down the hallway... so im screwed if i have to buy anything on CD.

AND i dont have os-x leopard, so i dont have bootcamp.

any suggestions on what i should do? i think my best bet is to take my computer to a mac computer store and they can figure it out?

Thanks so much for all the help everyone!! xox

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Created by: purgatory

2/18/09 @ 7:27am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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so i installed parallels, but now im stuck as i dont know how to install windows. i tried to download windows xp from a torrent site, which i think worked but i dont know how to use it with parallels.
and my disk drive hasnt worked since my macbook took a spill down the hallway... so im screwed if i have to buy anything on CD.
AND i dont have os-x leopard, so i dont have bootcamp.
any suggestions on what i should do? i think my best bet is to take my computer to a mac computer store and they can figure it out?
Thanks so much for all the help everyone!! xox

Without a Cd of XP, you wont be able to install it, you need a working cd drive.. So time to repair that drive ..

Also Torrent sites I don't think you want to mention here, copyright and all that :winkwink

.. Also don't advise using torrent sites to get software because most of the software is loaded with trojans and viruses.

Also don't go repairing that drive and asking them to install windows from a copy cd, they will report you in most cases for copyright.. Just a heads up :winkwink

Regards

Nabil

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Created by: purgatory

2/18/09 @ 7:35am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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You maybe able to install it from a large enough thumb drive.. not sure if a mac sees the usb at that point and allows you to boot from it to install it.. maybe worth checking too :winkwink

.. but honestly you will need to get that cd drive working at some point to make full use of that mac.

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Created by: Amy

2/18/09 @ 7:46am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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thanks for the advice, i guess i really should get around to getting my drive fixed. i have noooo idea what a thumb drive is but i think i have someone that can help me and possibly hook me up with Windows =)

thanks again!!!!!

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Created by: purgatory

2/18/09 @ 7:51am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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thumb drive = usb drive :winkwink

the memory usb sticks that are common everywhere now.

Also I see the program you are using is a Virtual machine really so it should see a USB drive if mapped to it. It's kinda technical alot of this, if you are not really comfortable with messing with your computer I advise you give it to that friend, because if you do mac the mac side crash you wont be able to get it back without the CD drive working too. So make sure you backup your data before you try anything that may cause it all to go down. Good luck with it.

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Created by: purgatory

2/18/09 @ 7:52am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00

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mac the mac :orglaugh

grr , I mean make the mac ...

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Created by: suggs

2/18/09 @ 8:54am (EDT) | UTC - 4:00
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OH one more thing!
If you do get a virus on the Windows side....it WILL NOT!!!!! effect the mac side, windows uses ms-dos, and macs use unix

- Brody :P

Umm Mindows hasn't used Ms-Dos based code in ooh about 14 years. not since Windows 95

and Macs don't base their code on Unix anymore but OS/x also known as Tiger

well theres always a 3rd option LINUX

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