Syncing to Computer, not MobileMe

In iTunes, while trying to sync my iPhone, there is a statement that says it is currently syncing with MobileMe over the air. I like to have my iPhone sync to the computer directly rather than go through MobileMe to sync contacts and calendars.
How do I sync to the computer and not through MobileMe?

On your iPhone, go to Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars.
Select your MobileMe account.
Turn Contacts and Calendars off for over the air syncing with your MobileMe account. This will erase all contacts and calendars/calendar events downloaded from your MobileMe online address book and calendar.

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