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Hello. I recently bought my first Mac (a MacBook) and I'm wanting to download Photoshop CS3 Extended, but now there's the new PCS4. On my old computer which is a Dell, I had PCS3 Extended and I have the serial number. My question is if I download the trial version of PCS4 Extended on my Mac, can I still use the same serial number to activate it or will I have to buy PCS4 Extended for Mac? I'm somewhat confused, but I appreciate any help.

No, you cannot use a Windows license on a Mac.
You need a new license for your Mac.
If you are not going to keep the Windows version, you can contact Customer Support and ask for a cross-grade. It involves a letter of destruction of the Windows version and paying a nominal fee (under $10) for the cost and shipping of the new media. Actually, since you're coming from CS3 you will be charged the Upgrade price ($200 or so).
If you want to keep on using a Windows version, then you must buy a new version for the Mac at full price.
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