Introduction

Basic Differences

Interface
 - Desktop
 - Apple Menu
 - Dock
 - System Preferences
 - Trash
 - "Right-clicking"

Working with Windows
 - Close, Minimize, Maximize
 - Resize, Move
 - Menus
 - Menu Shortcuts
 - Hiding Programs
 - Exposé

Where are all the programs?
 - Macintosh HD
 - Finder
 - Navigating Folders
 - Spotlight
 - Creating Aliases (a.k.a. Shortcuts)

Hardware
 - Turning the Computer On/Off
 - Loading CDs
 - USB Ports

Common Mac Software
 - Safari
 - Mail
 - Dashboard
 - Address Book & iCal
 - iTunes
 - iLife Suite

Common Keyboard Shortcuts

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Macintosh HD

The first (and possibly only) icon you'll see on the Mac desktop is labeled "Macintosh HD" (HD stands for hard drive).   It's usually in the upper right corner and is similar to the "My Computer" icon in Windows.

Double-click on the icon to open a window that allows you to navigate to various folders on the hard drive.   Click on "Applications" in the far left column and a list of installed programs will appear.   Another way to arrive at this screen is through Finder, which we'll explore next.

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