If I want to reset my MacBook, would I have to buy all the updates again?

I want to reset my whole MacBook Pro.
1. If I put my applications to a external hard drive will I be able to use them one I reset them?
2. Will I have to rebuy anything I bought on iTunes/Mac

1. If you backup your applications, you will be able to use them again.
2. No. Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store.
A true "reset to factory default" would require that you erase the drive then reinstall the original copy of OS X that came with the computer when it was purchased new.

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If I bought an album but now want the deluxe version do i have to buy the whole album again because som of the material says album only. That would mean buying the same songs over again.

Delete the three tracks from your library, sending them to recycle bin, then download them again from your purchased history. If the problem persists use the "report a problem" links from your account history to contact the iTunes store support staff.
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How do I open my itunes account on a new computer without having to buy all new songs? It doesn't seem fair to have to buy all the same songs a second time if they are already purchased by me and I just want them on my new computer!

How do I open my itunes account on a new computer without having to buy all new songs? It doesn't seem fair to have to buy all the same songs a second time if they are already purchased by me and I just want them on my new computer!

There's a few different ways. The following document is worth checking through:
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer

Ok i needed to flush my computer because i had a virus and i had to delete all my music is there a way i can get the library from my ipod onto the new itunes i downloaded because i dont want to have to download all the songs again

Ok i needed to flush my computer because i had a virus and i had to delete all my music is there a way i can get the library from my ipod onto the new itunes i downloaded because i dont want to have to download all the songs again

It has always been very basic to always maintain a backup copy of your computer for just such an occasion.
Use your backup copy to put everything back.
If for some reason you have failed to maintain a backup copy ( not good), then you can transfer itunes purchases from your ipod. Without syncing: File>Transfer Purchases

I want to get a newer iMac. Do I have to buy all my software again?

We've had our iMac for several years. It's been struggling since I upgraded the OS in order to install Creative Suite 4. We've had a lot of kernel panics and the thing crashes if we open up any of the CS4 applications. It even seems to struggle when we surf the web or run iTunes. (I've been backing up files to an external hard drive and running the disk utility from the original OS disk.)
It looks like we're in a position to get a newer model, but I wanted to make sure it was possible to get our programs over to the new machine without crossing the Licensing Gods. If we have to buy these programs again, then we can't afford it. BUT, we can't risk having the iMac die for good as it's critical for work.

First, don't use Migration Assistant, use Setup Assistant on the first boot of the new Mac. Works much better and without ensuing Permissions and user account problems.
http://web.me.com/pondini/AppleTips/SetupAsst.html
For the Adobe stuff, there are special procedures to do transfers. Adobe is very picky. You might do a search for those or call Adobe tech support. Not sure how the purchased iTunes music works when you use SetupAssistant, but found this. Maybe you want to look into it further.
If you have any content purchased from the iTunes Store, you will need to re-authorize the new computer for your iTunes Store account. Computer authorization is machine-specific. You should also make sure you DE-authorize your old computer if you no longer plan to use it with iTunes.
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/comments/moving-your-itunes-library-to -a-new-hard-drive/
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If I were to take Lion off of my 2008 Macbook Pro by reseting it to factory defaults, and if I were to want it back, would I have to pay for the OS again?

I've got an early 2008 Macbook Pro, which I believe initially came with Leopard. I put Lion on it last year, but now I need to partition my hard drive with Windows XP, and to my knowledge, there is no way to partition anything but Windows 7 when using BootCamp.
I don't love Lion, it's OK. I could sleep at night if I parted with it.
If I ever wanted it back, could I download it without having to buy it again since I've bought it once already?

No, because you bought Lion before. When you buy Lion, you can install it whenever you want in all your Macs

If I have applecare in my mac and I wanted to reset my Mac, would the resetting affect my applecare (in other words - missing)?

If I have applecare in my mac and I wanted to reset my Mac, would the resetting affect my applecare (in other words - missing)?

No.
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I have Safari on an HP desktop running Windows 7, 64-bit. When I want to clear the history from Safari, the "Reset Top Sites Also" button is always checked. This can cause problems. Any way to have it unchecked all the time?

I have Safari on an HP desktop running Windows 7, 64-bit. When I want to clear the history from Safari, the "Reset Top Sites Also" button is always checked. This can cause problems. Any way to have it unchecked all the time?

Welcome to the HP Forums Hinalover,
I see by your post that you are having issues with the print spooler on the Windows 7 computers.
I can help you with this issue.
Download and run the Print and Scan Doctor. It will diagnose the issue and might automatically resolve it. Find and fix common printer problems using HP diagnostic tools for Windows?
Try running the Microsoft Fix It Tool to see if it will fix the print spooler.
Diagnose and repair Windows File and Folder Problems automatically.
You can also run the System File Checker to repair corrupted or missing files.
System File Checker: Run sfc /scannow & analyze its logs in Windows 7 | 8.
You might end up having to do a repair of Windows.
Please let me know the results.
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I want to reset my security questions but I don't see the link to send a reset email .. What should I do ?

I want to reset my security questions but I don't see the link to send a reset email .. What should I do ?

You need to ask Apple to reset your security questions; this can be done by clicking here and picking a method, or if your country isn't listed, filling out and submitting this form.
They wouldn't be security questions if they could be bypassed without Apple verifying your identity.
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I buy a ipad air i wanted to reset it but i dont have apple id of it plus i dont have any access to previous owner?

i buy a ipad air i wanted to reset it but i dont have apple id of it plus i dont have any access to previous owner?

If a second-hand iOS device has been 'Activation locked' then only the previous owner can unlock it, either by providing you with the account ID and password, or by removing it from his list of devices (as he should have done before selling it) - please see http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4515
If you are unable to contact him to do this then I'm afraid you will not be able to use the device - there is no other way of unlocking it at all. Apple cannot unlock it for you.
You should if possible return it to wherever you bought it and ask for a refund as in this event the device is completely useless.
When posting here you may have to wait some time for an answer: the people who post here are users just like you and they post when they can. I happened to see your post quite quickly but that's pure chance - it might take some hours to get an answer.

I have the normal Lady Gaga album but now I want the deluxe album. Would I have to buy the whole album again?

I have the normal Lady Gaga album but now I want the deluxe album. Would I have to buy the whole album again?
Please help, thanks

Yes they are separate albums. If the extra songs are available for download individually you can do that.

I want to know how much would it cost me to change the plug of my 4S headphones because it doesn't work and do you take old devices and give me a new one?

I want to know how much would it cost me to change the plug of my 4S headphones because it doesn't work and do you take old devices and give me a new one?

No. That's not what I said. You can get an out of warranty replacement, which will be exactly the same model, color, and will be locked in exactly the same way the original is. If you want an iPhone 5, get the 4S replaced, sell it, and use the money to put toward a new phone.

Is there a DTP programme that comes with the standard Macbook Pro or would I have to buy Pages etc?

Is there a DTP application that comes with the standard Macbook Pro or would I have to buy Pages or a similar app? Thanks.

http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_mac/family/macbook_pro?mco=MTM3NjU5Mz U

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TS1702 i've an iphone 3.1.3. sometimes, i have problems opening all the apps i downloaded in the past 4 months. other apps would open but the recent ones will begin to boot and then close itself. once, it persisted for over a week. pls help as am frustrat

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Try the usual steps: restart, reset, restore.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1430
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
If restoring using a backup doesn't help, try restoring the iPhone to factory settings and try for a while with just the Apple-included apps, to make sure it's not an issue with a third-party app. If it still has problems, it may have a hardware problem and will need to be sent to Apple.
Regards.

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