Can't update any of my software
I'm still new and learning how to use my macbook but one of the problems i'm experiencing right now is that i cannot install any new software onto it. Everytime i try to update my yahoo messenger or Firefox or even Safari it says that the disk was unable to mount and the reason given was not recognized. I do not know what to do. I know i'm using Tiger - OS 10.4.11 and i don't know if upgrading it to Tiger 10.5 might help but i've read a few reviews and i'm still a little hesitant about it but if anyone could assist me in fixing this issue it would be great.
Thanks
First, if these files have ".dmg" as the extensions, then select one of these files you want to install. Press COMMAND-I to open the Get Info window. In the Open With section check that the default application is set to DiskImageMounter. If not then select that item from the drop down menu. Then click on the Change All button.
If the files have some other extensions like ".zip", ".bin", ".sit" then you will need to download an utility to de-archive these files. You can use Stuffit Expander or TheUnarchiver both of which are freeware - VersionTracker or MacUpdate.
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Forgot Your Account Password
For Lion, Mountain Lion, or Mavericks
Boot to the Recovery HD:
Restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the COMMAND and R keys until the menu screen appears. Alternatively, restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the OPTION key until the boot manager screen appears. Select the Recovery HD and click on the downward pointing arrow button.
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Cheers,
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# Shockwave Flash 11.7 r700
# Shockwave Flash 11.6 r602
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*(64 bit Windows) C:\Windows\SysWOW64\Macromed\Flash\
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*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Troubleshooting+extensions+and+themes
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confusing I know. I have been on the 'change your password merry-go-round' all day, and I'm getting dizzy! Help!Then contact iTunes:
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