A Bunch of Rookie Questions from an old DOS guy

Equipment, brand new iMAC 24" with wireless keyboard & mouse, wired LAN.
I started in the computer world with punch cards and the Microsoft world with DOS 2.0. I now have my first MAC so forgive the dumb questions. I bought a big reference book, I've been through it and the help screens but no luck so far.
There doesn't seem to be any uninstall for software. Am I correct in assuming that uninstalling is simply a matter of dragging the software folder to the trash?
How come the Home and End keys don't seem to work in Mail text on my wireless keyboard?
Why doesn't Searchlight display a "didn't find anything" message?
Thanks, Peter
iMAC Mac OS X (10.4.9)

I'll simply add the following regarding software uninstall:
Uninstalling Software: The Basics
Most OS X applications are completely self-contained "packages" that can be uninstalled by simply dragging the application to the Trash. Most applications create preference files which are stored in the /Home/Library/Preferences/ folder. Although they do nothing once you delete the associated application, they do take up some disk space. If you want you can located them in the above location and delete them, too.
Some applications may install an uninstaller program that can be used to remove the application. In some cases the uninstaller may be part of the application's installer, and is invoked by clicking on a Customize button that will appear during the install process.
Some applications may install components in the /Home/Library/Applications Support/ folder. You can also check there to see if the application has created a folder. You can also delete the folder that's in the Applications Support folder. Again, they don't do anything but take up disk space once the application is trashed.
Some applications may install a startupitem or a Log In item. Startupitems are usually installed in the /Library/StartupItems/ folder and less often in the /Home/Library/StartupItems/ folder. Log In Items are set in the Accounts preferences. Open System Preferences, click on the Accounts icon, then click on the LogIn Items tab. Locate the item in the list for the application you want to remove and click on the "-" button to delete it from the list.
If an application installs any other files the best way to track them down is to do a Finder search using the application name or the developer name as the search term.
There are also several shareware utilities that can uninstall applications:
AppZapper
CleanApp
Yank
SuperPop
Uninstaller
Spring Cleaning
Look for them at VersionTracker or MacUpdate.
For more information visit The XLab FAQs and read the FAQ on removing software.

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Hi,
I am having few questions lately on different features of Mavericks. If needed, I can split into different topics, let me know
- Finder
The quick preview became extremely slow, it is now faster to open a picture directly in a program than clicking on the space to see it...
In the cover flow view, previews are not updated when files are moved or deleted. To get it refreshed, I must change the view so the cover flow is refreshed...
Do you know when Apple will decide to provide an update on that?
- Accounts management / sync with Google
I have been using OSX since Tiger, I used to own an Android phone, now an iPhone. I realized that I have a pretty chaotic "Google account" management on my devices, each of them having its own setup. My iPhone has one account for Mail/Cal/Notes using standard type, plus another one for Contacts using cardDAV. My Mac has kind of the same setup, I found 2 different accounts setup (for only one real Google account), and one or the other is set as default in some apps. And of course everything is in sync with iCloud. I think since Apple have been improving its sync management, some stuff is not necessary anymore, or things could be simplified, but today I have no idea what is doing what.
Can someone explain what could be a "good" setup from scratch, to be able to sync everything smoothly? My question can seem stupid, but I actually did try to delete my current accounts and re-set everything, and I actually got the data back on the mac, but when I tried to do some more tests, I realized contacts are not sync back between my local / iCloud / Google properly, and I don't see any easy way to understand the logic, and if things are only pulled but not pushed for example.
I made some research, but I only find old topics that are out of date.
Thanks a lot for your support:)

I've seen the Finder issue as well with slow preview of pictures. I've reported it to Apple so I'm hopefull that it will be fixed. Generally Apple doesn't give details on what may be fixed and when. But you're not alone in noticing that.
As far as account management, you can use many back-end services to keep contacts, etc. You can have Contacts (nee Address Book) set to sync contacts with iCloud and Google if you want. I just use iCloud. If you want to move your contacts from Google to iCloud, I think you could probably just drag the contacts from Google to iCloud from within Address Book. Same with calendar appointments if you want. You just need to ensure both accounts are configured on your Mac and then drag and drop them (If they're not deleted from Google when you drag them over, then you could delete them as a separate step).
I've been using iCloud since it came out and it's been great for me.

Several Questions From New-Old Guy

Hi--
I'm about to buy some gear and I'd like some advice. Until around 2000, I was very active in computer-based sequencing and audio (I was a beta tester for Opcode, fer crissake), but I became more involved in live playing and I,well, stopped buying stuff. Everything,pretty much, needs to be replaced. I'm going to buy a Macbook, so my first question is: What makes the Macbook pro a good investment, aside from screen size, over a garden variety Macbook? I'm trying to keep the whole package as far under $2000 as possible
A little more about what I'm going to be doing, at least initially. I'd like to do relatively simple, live sounding sequenced rhythm tracks for my guitar and vocals, both for recording and live performance. I play acoustic and electric guitar, and will be doing sequencing with a Yamaha G-50 midi guitar interface. I'm very experienced with these types of units, so you don't have to warn me about them, I know the pitfalls--unless there's something better out there that I'm not aware of. Most of my material is jazz inflected singer-songwriter stuff,but the guitar playing is pretty advanced for the genre.
Logic Express or Logic studio? Will Mainstage be a large plus for live performance? Can I use vocal and guitar effects live while running a sequence just using Express? Can I play midi guitar, effected guitar & vocals simultaneously live? How much RAM will this require?
USB or Firewire interface? For the most part I won't need to record more than 2 channels at once, though I may expand later. Most of the small interfaces are so cheap that I'm not really worried about picking the wrong one, but I will need midi input. What's the best ca.$200 interface, and what are the pros & cons of Firewire vs. USB?
Is Craigslist a good idea if I decide to buy used?
Thanks a lot.
Clint

Opcode eh? Who are they..?
(just kidding!
A MBP will hold it's resale value longer, it has FW400 and FW800 ports for high bandwidth options (such as audio), it has a card slot for ESATA drives or UAD Xpanders, it has a larger screen size (13in on the MB is cramped for pro work), it has a dedicated graphics card (the MB shares the system RAM), and more ports in general.
Plenty of reasons why the MBP is a better machine for pro work - there are others too.
Always get FW interfaces / drives for audio work. Leave USB for mice and dongles etc - it has really bad performance for things like audio.
You can probably fulfill your requirements with Express, if the cost is an issue. Logic Studio has some advantages, especially in terms of core content and other utilties/plugins, but Logic Express is nearly Logic Pro these days.

Can some please provide instructions on how to import an iPhoto library from an old Mac to a new Mac without getting a bunch of duplicates? I tried transferring my pictures using an external hard drive and then copying it to the Pictures folder on my Mac

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Then launch iPhoto. That's it.
This moves photos, events, albums, books, keywords, slideshows and everything else.
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A Basic Guide for Migrating to Intel-Macs
The Knowledgebase article Intel-based Mac: Some migrated applications may need to be updated refers to methods of dealing with migrating from PowerPC chips to Intel with the Migration Assistant safely. The authors of this tip have not had a chance to verify this works in all instances, or that it avoids the 10.6.1 and earlier Guest Account bug that caused account information to get deleted upon use of the Migration/Setup Assistant. However, a well backed up source that includes at least two backups of all the data that are not connected to your machine will help you avoid potential issues, should they arise. In event it does not work, follow the steps below.
If you are migrating a PowerPC system (G3, G4, or G5) to an Intel-Mac be careful what you migrate. Keep in mind that some items that may get transferred will not work on Intel machines and may end up causing your computer's operating system to malfunction.
Rosetta supports "software that runs on the PowerPC G3, G4, or G5 processor that are built for Mac OS X". This excludes the items that are not universal binaries or simply will not work in Rosetta:
Classic Environment, and subsequently any Mac OS 9 or earlier applications
Screensavers written for the PowerPC System Preference add-ons
All Unsanity Haxies Browser and other plug-ins
Contextual Menu Items
Applications which specifically require the PowerPC G5 Kernel extensions
Java applications with JNI (PowerPC) libraries
See also What Can Be Translated by Rosetta.
In addition to the above you could also have problems with migrated cache files and/or cache files containing code that is incompatible.
If you migrate a user folder that contains any of these items, you may find that your Intel-Mac is malfunctioning. It would be wise to take care when migrating your systems from a PowerPC platform to an Intel-Mac platform to assure that you do not migrate these incompatible items.
If you have problems with applications not working, then completely uninstall said application and reinstall it from scratch. Take great care with Java applications and Java-based Peer-to-Peer applications. Many Java apps will not work on Intel-Macs as they are currently compiled. As of this time Limewire, Cabos, and Acquisition are available as universal binaries. Do not install browser plug-ins such as Flash or Shockwave from downloaded installers unless they are universal binaries. The version of OS X installed on your Intel-Mac comes with special compatible versions of Flash and Shockwave plug-ins for use with your browser.
The same problem will exist for any hardware drivers such as mouse software unless the drivers have been compiled as universal binaries. For third-party mice the current choices are USB Overdrive or SteerMouse. Contact the developer or manufacturer of your third-party mouse software to find out when a universal binary version will be available.
Also be careful with some backup utilities and third-party disk repair utilities. Disk Warrior, TechTool Pro , SuperDuper , and Drive Genius work properly on Intel-Macs with Leopard. The same caution may apply to the many "maintenance" utilities that have not yet been converted to universal binaries. Leopard Cache Cleaner, Onyx, TinkerTool System, and Cocktail are now compatible with Leopard.
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Additional links that will be helpful to new Intel-Mac users:
Intel In Macs
Apple Guide to Universal Applications
MacInTouch List of Compatible Universal Binaries
MacInTouch List of Rosetta Compatible Applications
MacUpdate List of Intel-Compatible Software
Transferring data with Setup Assistant - Migration Assistant FAQ
Because Migration Assistant isn't the ideal way to migrate from PowerPC to Intel Macs, using Target Disk Mode, copying the critical contents to CD and DVD, an external hard drive, or networking will work better when moving from PowerPC to Intel Macs. The initial section below discusses Target Disk Mode. It is then followed by a section which discusses networking with Macs that lack Firewire.
If both computers support the use of Firewire then you can use the following instructions:
1. Repair the hard drive and permissions using Disk Utility.
2. Backup your data. This is vitally important in case you make a mistake or there's some other problem.
3. Connect a Firewire cable between your old Mac and your new Intel Mac.
4. Startup your old Mac in Transferring files between two computers using FireWire.
5. Startup your new Mac for the first time, go through the setup and registration screens, but do NOT migrate data over. Get to your desktop on the new Mac without migrating any new data over.
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MacBook Air- Migration Tips and Tricks;
MacBook Air- Remote Disc, Migration, or Remote Install Mac OS X and wireless 802.11n networks.
Copy the following items from your old Mac to the new Mac:
In your /Home/ folder: Documents, Movies, Music, Pictures, and Sites folders.
In your /Home/Library/ folder:
/Home/Library/Application Support/AddressBook (copy the whole folder) /Home/Library/Application Support/iCal (copy the whole folder)
Also in /Home/Library/Application Support (copy whatever else you need including folders for any third-party applications)
/Home/Library/Keychains (copy the whole folder) /Home/Library/Mail (copy the whole folder) /Home/Library/Preferences/ (copy the whole folder) /Home /Library/Calendars (copy the whole folder) /Home /Library/iTunes (copy the whole folder) /Home /Library/Safari (copy the whole folder)
If you want cookies:
/Home/Library/Cookies/Cookies.plist /Home/Library/Application Support/WebFoundation/HTTPCookies.plist
For Entourage users:
Entourage is in /Home/Documents/Microsoft User Data Also in /Home/Library/Preferences/Microsoft.
Credit goes to Macjack for this information.
If you need to transfer data for other applications please ask the vendor or ask in the Discussions where specific applications store their data.
5. Once you have transferred what you need restart the new Mac and test to make sure the contents are there for each of the applications.
Written by Kappy with additional contributions from a brody.Revised 5/21/2011

I currently have an old version of Photoshop Elements, it is version 5.0. I recently upgraded from my old Windows XP computer to a new Windows 7 computer. My question is: Can I install this version 5.0 on my new windows 7 computer without any problems?

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Do not know about 5, but, just installed PE 6 on I7 64 bit and it works.

I see that i have a problem after installing my new hard drive on my macbook pro mid 2009 version. I put a new hard drive, with all of my information from my old drive installed on it, into the computer. but now have the blinking question mark folder

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did i miss a step between transferring all of my information from my old hard drive to the new hard drive and installing the new hard drive into the computer. I believe that i installed properly. it was quite easy.
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Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
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Sorry to hear that the forum lost your question.
I'm not sure I understand why you need an old version of Firefox. Were you way behind in updates? Normally when you install the current version, it will seamlessly update/convert any obsolete files in your profile folder to current versions.
Perhaps I'm answering the wrong question. If the question is: "how do I get a new installation of Firefox to use all my old settings" then I can give you a way to do that.
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Go ahead and open your old profile folder in a Windows Explorer folder. At this level you should see a bookmarkbackups folder, among others. Later you'll copy the ''entire contents'' of the old profile folder to a new location on your C drive.
'''Overview'''
These are the steps:
# Create a new Firefox profile
# Remove everything from that new profile folder
# Copy in everything from the old profile folder
'''Create a new Firefox profile (Windows)'''
Exit Firefox and start up in the Profile Manager by pasting the following into the Start menu search box (or Run dialog) and pressing Enter:
firefox.exe -P
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* Help menu > Troubleshooting Information
* type or paste about:support in the address bar and press Enter
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Upon receipt of the email, use the reset link provided to reset your password, after which you should be able to make the adjustments to iCloud that you wish to do.

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