OS 10.5 - What can I delete?

cycloid · cycloid #1 (**permalink**)

12-29-2006, 09:31 PM

I'm new to macs, just got a Macbook for christmas..and I'm lost.

I'm downloading these .dmg files which go on my desktop and install things like Gumby and StuffItExpander, Azuerus, Yahoo messenger, etc.

I'm a little confused as to what files I can delete, and how to install these files permanently. Can I delete the .dmg files once I install these programs? Is installation as easy as dragging the .dmg file into the applications folder?

When I try to delete the .dmg files after dragging them into the applications folder, it says they are still in use. What can I do? Am I not installing them right? What should I do with these files instead of leaving them on my desktop?

Any and all tips are appreciated, thanks.

eric · eric #2 (**permalink**)

12-29-2006, 09:42 PM

check this - it has all the answers...

I need help

edit:
also check this thread for lots of good info:

A quick summary of my problems. Read this if you're a new switcher!

cycloid · cycloid #3 (**permalink**)

12-29-2006, 10:30 PM

thanks i'll check those out!

eric #2 (permalink)
Member Since: Nov 04, 2006 Location: twin cities, mn, usa Posts: 8,800	12-29-2006, 09:42 PM check this - it has all the answers... I need help edit: also check this thread for lots of good info: A quick summary of my problems. Read this if you're a new switcher! Please participate in our Member of the Month polls. Every vote counts! And remember to use the user reputation system! ["Dear Homer, I. O. U. one emergency donut. Signed, Homer." - Note by Homer Simpson] Last edited by eric; 12-29-2006 at 09:45 PM.
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cycloid #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 29, 2006 Posts: 2	12-29-2006, 09:31 PM I'm new to macs, just got a Macbook for christmas..and I'm lost. I'm downloading these .dmg files which go on my desktop and install things like Gumby and StuffItExpander, Azuerus, Yahoo messenger, etc. I'm a little confused as to what files I can delete, and how to install these files permanently. Can I delete the .dmg files once I install these programs? Is installation as easy as dragging the .dmg file into the applications folder? When I try to delete the .dmg files after dragging them into the applications folder, it says they are still in use. What can I do? Am I not installing them right? What should I do with these files instead of leaving them on my desktop? Any and all tips are appreciated, thanks.
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