Mac Integration Basics v10.7 - Apple

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Introduction
Overview
This guide is for individuals bringing a Mac computer into a small business
environment that is predominantly Windows-based. Windows Small Business Server is
most likely the server being used. The guide is also for users replacing a Windows
computer with a Mac, and for system administrators supporting the above users.
In this guide you’ll learn all the ways you can integrate a Mac within your
organization’s network environment, including how to configure your Mac to work
with Active Directory, and how to take advantage of network services, file sharing,
printing, instant messaging, emailing, calendars and contacts.
You’ll also learn about security at the user, local network, and remote networking
levels. You’ll learn about data management, both migrating your data from a Windows
computer as well as backing up your important data. Finally you’ll learn how to run
Windows programs directly on your Mac, giving you total compatibility and
interoperability with colleagues using Windows.
Prerequisite Knowledge
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This material assumes you have a basic understanding of OS X skills and terminology.
If you’re new to the Mac, you should review one of two online Apple Support
resources that provide an introduction to using the Mac:
Switch 101 Designed for a PC user who has just switched to the Mac and wants to
find out how to adapt old working habits to the Mac OS. Switch 101 is located online at
http://www.apple.com/support/switch101/.
Mac 101 Written for people who are new to computers or simply need a refresher
course on how to get the most out of a Mac. Mac 101 is located online at http://
www.apple.com/support/mac101/.