[nylug-talk] My PC laptop dies. I am having to use a Mac.

[H. G.]

On 10/19/07, Brandorr <brandorr at opensolaris.org> wrote:
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> Anyone know a UG or mailing list where I can get help?
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Maybe you're looking to build your open source software on the Mac?

Try MacPorts or Fink:
http://finkproject.org/
http://www.macports.org/

Fink gives you a Debian style repo and management system for installing
software.
And MacPorts gives you a BSD Ports style way.

(I prefer MacPorts myself.)

Now, the Mac comes with a Terminal, which you can access by popping up your
Finder
(the smiley face guy), and going to Applications -> Utilities -> Terminal

However, there is a better terminal (imho) in iTerm:
http://iterm.sourceforge.net/

There are plenty of us here on NYLUG who can help you out with Mac-related
issues.
So feel free to ask.