How to uninstall unwanted software, get consistent internet?
Trying to work with an older g3 ibook (v 2.2, 800 mhz, SDRAM 512, OS X.2.8, built in ethernet, no firewire), not very familiar with macs. How do I uninstall unwanted software?
On PCs, there are system restore options or launchable uninstall files. Can't find out how to get rid of a d-link driver. (Did not work at all for me)
Had trouble connecting to the nternet over ethernet before the d-link driver installation, too. Worked for a bit, restarted, then didn't want to work (now an another computer). This ibook has had other internet connection problems associated with it (previous user complaints).
Thanks for any help!
The iBook does have a FireWire port.
To uninstall an unwanted d-link driver, drag it to the trash and empty the trash.
You may want to download the iBook (Dual USB) Multilingual User's Guide (Manual) to help you figure things out. (Clicking on the link downloads the PDF.)
Mac 101 and Switch 101 may provide some helpful tips, too. Although written for the current OS (OS X 10.4), many of the concepts are the same.
Although written specifically for OS X 10.3, the Apple Knowledge Base article Getting connected with Mac OS X may offer some specific advice for you, since the basics are the same.
Good luck, and let us know how things go.
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