Feels so weird using the Mac, like something missing

Carl H · Mar 4, 2010

neonmac said:
Ii love that it came with it all ready to program in Python.

I struggled to get started with Python on the Mac, but I've only had it a few days. I have been using Unix and Linux for years so I thought Mac OSX would be easy enough to get used to, but so far I haven't quite come to terms with it.

Using the pre-installed apps is brilliant, but trying to do anything beyond that has called for a lot of Googling.

IvanLasston · Mar 4, 2010

Carl H said:
I struggled to get started with Python on the Mac, but I've only had it a few days. I have been using Unix and Linux for years so I thought Mac OSX would be easy enough to get used to, but so far I haven't quite come to terms with it.

Using the pre-installed apps is brilliant, but trying to do anything beyond that has called for a lot of Googling.

If you come from unix and are comfortable with debian packages try fink
Fink - Home

or macports
The MacPorts Project -- Home
these are where a lot of the FOSS projects are for MAC - really easy to use too.

for example
port search python
sudo port install python
(need some version stuff but you get the picture)

DarkestRitual · Mar 4, 2010

TechieJustin said:
Linux is free - you get what you pay for.

I wish I could say the best things in life were easy and free but that simply isn't the case.

Linux is free. It may not be the best, but it is still far less susceptible to viruses than Windows machines are, not to mention the fact that your hardware will run more efficiently, and you can use free opensource AV.

Feels so weird using the Mac, like something missing

Carl H

IvanLasston

DarkestRitual

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