Are you not sure how to use Windows on your Mac?There are helpful tips to run Windows on Mac OS X.There are two basic ways to run Windows on a Mac computer.If you want to run Windows inside a Mac OS, you can use a program called Parallels, which will allow you to do so.Both software allow you to use the Windows operating system in a Mac computer, but each has its advantages and disadvantages.If you want to browse the web, log into email, or use Microsoft Office, it's probably better to use Parallels, although it is performance intensive, and you have to restart each time you change operating systems.
Step 1: You can download and install Boot Camp.
Try to get the software from a reliable site.
Step 2: Log into your account by turning on your Mac.
Step 3: Go to the Utilities folder and type "Boot Camp Assistant" into the search bar.
Step 4: The boot camp assistant should be launched.
Step 5: Click "continue."
Step 6: How much space do you want for your partition?
You can assign space manually, divide it equally between Mac and Windows, or give Windows 32GB.
Step 7: Click "partition."
Step 8: Click Start Installation if you want to install Windows 7 on your drive.
Step 9: The Windows installer will be launched when your Mac restarts.
Click continue.Press F8 if you want to enter Windows XP.
Step 10: Leave the product key blank if prompted.
You can enter later.
Step 11: Select the one labeled "BOOT CAMP" when presented with a list.
Step 12: Click "continue" to format that partition.
Step 13: The installation process will start.
Several times, your Mac may restart.
Step 14: Once you have created a user account, insert your Mac OS X install DVD to install all of the Boot Camp drivers necessary for a smooth Windows-Mac environment.
Step 15: You should get up to date on your Mac OS.
Do you know if your operating system is up to date?
Step 16: Purchase a license.
You can buy a physical copy or download it online.
Step 17: The installation process should begin.
Double-clicking the disk image file is the most likely method of installation for downloaded copies.The extension ".dmg" is behind this file.The installation disc should be on the store-bought copies.
Step 18: Follow the instructions on the screen.
Step 19: You can open the applications folder on the desktop.
Purchase and download a version of Windows online is one of the options you have.If you intend to use Windows "like a Mac" (with Windows applications alongside Mac applications, on you Mac OS desktop), tell Parallels.The process will take at least an hour.During this process, your computer may restart several times.Use an installation disc to install Windows.If you intend to use Windows "like a Mac" or " like a PC", tell Parallels.
Step 20: Continue with the instructions from the installation assistant.
Step 21: If you want to start using Parallels, you can either open a Windows program or use the power button.
In the Windows Applications folder is where you can open a Windows program.You will have a Windows Application folder in your Mac OS dock if you chose to use Windows "Like a Mac" during the installation.They go into this folder when you install more Windows programs.You can use the Windows Start Menu.Select "Windows Start Menu" if you click on the Parallels icon in the menu bar.From the Start Menu, select any program.You can use the Mac OS X Finder.The Program Files folder can be opened by selecting the Windows volume on your desktop.If you want to use the program in the Finder, you have to double-click the icon.Spotlight is being used.Go to the Spotlight icon on the top right of your screen and type in the name of the program you want to use.
Step 22: You can install new programs on a regular Windows PC.
You can get a file from the internet or put an installation disc in your drive.The installation process should begin without a hitch.