Can i use a superdrive to play computer game discs? (Running Windows?)

Can I use my USB Superdrive to play computer games on a macbook air running windows?

Of course. Just connect the Apple USB SuperDrive to your Mac and insert the DVD with the game. You may need to install it first.
You may need to install the Windows support software, too. Look for your MacBook Air model and your Windows version, and install the correct Windows support software > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5634?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US

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I have some older computer games, specifically Warhammer 40k rts games, that I woud still like to play and was curious if boot camp would allow me to play those on my mac? Also, if it is possible am I putting my computer at risk in any way? I'd like to play them but not so badly that I would be damaging my mac pro or shortening its lifespan. There dont appear to be any emulators out there currently so I'm checking here to see if anyone knows anything.

Yes. There are several ways to run Windows on the Mac:
Windows on Intel Macs
There are presently several alternatives for running Windows on Intel Macs.
   1. Install the Apple Boot Camp software. Purchase Windows
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     2. Parallels Desktop for Mac and Windows XP, Vista Business,
         Vista Ultimate, or Windows 7. Parallels is software
         virtualization that enables running Windows concurrently
         with OS X.
     3. VM Fusion and Windows XP, Vista Business, Vista Ultimate,
         or Windows 7. VM Fusion is software virtualization that
         enables running Windows concurrently with OS X.
     4. CrossOver which enables running many Windows
         applications without having to install Windows. The
         Windows applications can run concurrently with OS X.
     5. VirtualBox is an Open Source freeware virtual machine such
         as VM Fusion and Parallels that was developed by Solaris.
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Note that VirtualBox, Parallels, and VM Fusion can also run other operating systems such as Linux, Unix, OS/2, Solaris, etc. There are performance differences between dual-boot systems and virtualization. The latter tend to be a little slower (not much) and do not provide the video performance of the dual-boot system. See MacTech Labs- Virtualization Benchmarks, January 2013 | MacTech for comparisons of Boot Camp, Parallels, and VM Fusion. Benchmarks of all of the above except Crossover can be found in Benchmarking Parallels, Fusion, and VirtualBox Against Boot Camp - The Mac Observer. Boot Camp is only available with Leopard or later. Except for Crossover and a couple of similar alternatives like DarWine you must have a valid installer disc for Windows.
You must also have an internal optical drive for installing Windows. Windows cannot be installed from an external optical drive.

Can I use private browsing to play FaceBook games?

Let's see if I can explain it right. I was using private browsing and then BANG I do not know what happened. I was asked if I knew anyone from Scurrry Texas because they were trying to log into my Facebook page. After that I know longer have private browsing for games??? I took the steps to secure myself but still have the name Scurry, Texas as my secured location. Please help me get to the bottom of this. Getting a whole of Facebook is like pulling a tooth.

Private browsing doesn't store anything on your computer, so it makes difficult to log in a website like Facebook. In other words, you shouldn't be able to play Facebook games while you are on private browsing

How can I use iTunes on my new computer, without lossing all my music?

How can I use iTunes on my new computer, without losing all my music?
I don't want to rebuy everything I have purchased over the years.
Your help would be greatly appreciated.

They should be in your itunes media folder. Use an external hard drive and just copy that to your new computer. I'm sure there's an easier way like this one (iTunes>File>Library>Export Library>External Hard Drive) but I never tried it before. Anyways, once that's done, just simply authorize your itunes account to play music you bought on to the new computer.

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1. In Disk Utility, create a disk image that contains the files you want to burn to the disc.
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2. Select the disk image in the Disk Utility list and choose Images > Burn.
3. Select the "Leave disc appendable" checkbox. If you don't see this option, click the triangle in the top-right corner.
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Can i use home sharing between my computer and my ipad?

can I use home sharing between my computer and my new ipad (3rd generation) if so, how.
Thanks

You can use it to share the library on your computer to the iPad, not the other way around.
On the computer, set up homesharing in the advanced menu. On the iPad go to settings > music.

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Using a mac book pro !
Can you use apple tv to play a movie on your tv (say for kids to watch) and use your mac book at the same time to browse the internet ???

Good question bigboggerchoot. I also would like to know the answer to this.

HT5100 I have an ipod shuffle, obviously it does not play video, can i use my shuffle to play the audio part of an i-tune u course that normally comes in video format? To put it differently, if i-tunes course available as video can I download the audio po

I have an ipod shuffle, obviously it does not play video, can i use my shuffle to play the audio part of an i-tune u course that normally comes in video format? To put it differently, if i-tunes course available as video can I download the audio portion of an itunes video?

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Unfortunately not.

Can I use apple tv to play music via wireless speakers?

Can I use apple tv to play music via wireless speakers without turning the tv on, or do I also need to purchase airport express device?

Well, this is a C&P from your link:
With Apple AirPlay and Audio Pro Wireless you can stream iTunes playlists and songs from your Mac, iPad and iPhone wirelessly to Living speakers or RX100 receivers anywhere in your home. Just connect our transmitter to an Airport Express and select your Airport Express unit as sound device on your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch. Now let the music flow.

Can I use AirPort extreme to play musik on my sterio

Can I use AirPort Extreme to play music from Itunes, on my sterio? Or is it just AirPort Express.?

Express only. Only the Express has a audio jack.
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Can I use thunderbolt display to play xboxone?

Can I use thunderbolt display to play xboxone? I just do not want to buy another TV, thanks .

Shoot. I was afraid of that. Have you ever done anything so stupid!!!?
Thanks so much for the response. I'll try to dig another up. An expensive klutz move.

What can I use on iPad to play bingo as apple have blocked adobe flash player

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Hi. I just downloaded "angry birds" from the iTunes store. It says it was successfully downloaded and that I can use it on the two mac products I have. I can see an icon for it in the finder on the mac, but I can't figure out how to play the game. Anyone?

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iTunes match will only work from a computer in terms of uploading new content. You should be able to copy iTunes purchases back via File > Transfer Purchases (File > Devices > Transfer Purchases on iTunes 11). For content from other sources there are some third-party programs listed half-way down this page which might help you get your content back from your phone : https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3991

Which external hard drive is best for the MacBook Pro? Can I use the SuperDrive?

I am looking to buy a new external hard drive for my new MacBook Pro and just want the best one for this laptop. Can i use the SuperDrive? It looks like the SuperDrive is for the MacBook Air but wasn't sure if it could be used with the Pro as well.

Apple does not make external harddrives, except maybe the TimeCapsule which is Router/HD combo for use with the TimeMachine software.
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I would stay away from WesternDigital.
Othere then that OWC are a dependable supplier.
I am using a 1TB/QuadInterface/DiskGo/ by Edge they had a very sweet back to school discount promo.
Look around for your "sleek and thin in design" and a good deal as they all go on sale periodicly.
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