Configuring Mac OS X 10.4

When your computer restarts after a Mac OS X installation, the Mac OS X Setup Assistant automatically appears. This program uses a simple question-and-answer process to get information about you and the way you use your computer. The information you provide is automatically entered in the various System Preferences panes of Mac OS X to configure your computer for Mac OS X.

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  • If you just bought your Macintosh and Mac OS X is installed, the first time you start your computer, you’ll see the Mac OS X Setup Assistant described here. Follow these instructions to configure your computer.

  • If the Mac OS X Setup Assistant does not appear, Mac OS X is already configured. You can skip this section.

  • If you upgraded from a previous ...

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