How do I switch between Windows 7 and Mac OSX?

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Hi, I'm going to install Windows 7 on my Mac soon. I am just wondering how do I choose the OS when I turn on my Mac. Will it give me am option at the beginning? Thanks
 

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No. You'll press and hold the Option key at boot time to toggle between the two.

Be sure to print and read the Boot Camp User Guide, which you'll be prompted to view at the first step. It will literally save you hours of time and frustration.
 
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I've moved your post to a more proper forum; please be sure to check the forum descriptions to find the best place to post.

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I've moved your post to a more proper forum; please be sure to check the forum descriptions to find the best place to post.

By posting in the right forum you help people not only find your question faster, but it helps others looking for the same information in the future.

Thanks for understanding!
I'm sorry about that. I am new and wasn't sure
 
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Another way is to purchase Parallels 6 and you can swap directly from Mac to Windows without the need to reboot.
 

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