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can someone help me figure out how to install programs off of the internet

I'm new to the mac world and I'm trying to download a file off of the internet, but i can't figure out how to install it onto my mac book

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mac book, Mac OS X (10.5.3)

Posted on Aug 14, 2008 9:36 AM

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Aug 14, 2008 9:43 AM in response to mac book 1234

If the file's name ends in sit, sitx, bin, or hqx, download and install StuffIt Expander.

If the file's name ends in pkg, mpkg, img, dmg, or zip, double-click it to begin the installation process.

If the file's name ends in exe, you need to either use CrossOver Mac, or a Windows emulator such as Parallels Desktop, or use Boot Camp to run the installer.

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Aug 14, 2008 9:45 AM in response to mac book 1234

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