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Mac Genius Alex Suarez helps you discover if you are ready for an Intel powered Macintosh

Thursday, April 13, 2006
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Steve Jobs shocked the computing world on June 6, 2005 with his announcement that Apple computers would switch from PowerPC to Intel processors. Since then discussion about the effects of this change to the Macintosh platform has been extensive and diverse.

On April 5 Apple once again surprised us by inviting Intel Mac owners to test Boot Camp - software that will allow Intel-powered Macintosh computers to run Windows XP along with Mac OS X.

"Mac OS X has been leading a secret double life for the past five years. So today for the first time, I can confirm the rumors that every release of Mac OS X has been compiled for PowerPC and Intel. This has been going on for the last five years."

Steve Jobs, WWDC, June 6, 2005

Alex Suarez, Mac Genius at the Apple Store Barton Creek, joins us April 13 to demonstrate the many benefits of the new Intel Macs, as well as discussing compatibility concerns that prospective buyers should be aware of.

Alex will address popular questions about the new machines, including:

Are the new Intel powered Macs really 2-4 time as fast as their predecessors?
Can I really run Windows XP on my Intel-powered Macintosh?
Will the new Intel powered Macs run Windows applications?
Are the new Intel powered Macs more susceptible to viruses and hackers?
Will my current software work on an Intel powered Macintosh?
Will my peripherals like printers and external hard disks work with an Intel Mac?
Is troubleshooting different for Intel powered Macs?
What is a "Universal Binary?"
Should I buy an Intel powered Macintosh now, or wait awhile?

Apple's first Intel powered Macs were introduced on January 10, 2006 at Macworld Expo San Francisco, with Apple's iMac consumer desktop and professional laptop being the first to make the transition from PowerPC.

The latter was even renamed from PowerBook to MacBook Pro to emphasize the Mac name and professional purpose.

On the last day of February Apple announced a new Intel-powered Mac mini, with VP Phil Schiller announcing that within just 60 days Apple had transitioned 50% of it's entire product line to the new processor.

Be sure to join us for this informative presentation about Apple's revolutionary new Intel-powered Macintosh computers.

We'll also be announcing the winners of our 2006 CapMac web banner contest, providing details of our upcoming member presentation opportunities, and discussing the new location for our general meetings beginning next month.

Helpful Links
Apple Boot Camp Public Beta- now Macs do Windows, too		Boot Camp Beta: Requirements, installation, and FAQ
Macworld: The Intel Mac FAQ, 2006 edition		Wired News: Intel Macs - Wait or Buy Now?
Inside Intel: Updated Macworld Lab Tests and Analysis		Ted Landau's User Friendly View: Before You Buy an Intel Mac
Macintosh Products Guide: Universal Applications		Anandtech: Apple Makes the Switch: iMac G5 vs. iMac Core Duo
VersionTracker Universal Applications Resource Center		Macintouch: Macs on Intel Special Report
Intel Core Duo Demo		Mac on Intel
MacFixit: Troubleshooting Intel Macs		How to Install Windows XP on an Intel Mac
The Darwine Project		Neosmart: CRN Dead Wrong About Macintel Exploits

Plus, questions and answers, our monthly raffle, the nicest Mac friends you could ever hope to meet, and more!

Members and non-members alike are welcome to attend.
Don't miss it!

7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
UT Pharmacy Bldg, Room 3.106
University Avenue, between 24th & Dean Keeton (view map)
Contact Person -
512 502-8294

Location: The CapMac General Meeting is generally held on the second Thursday of every month. We are fortunate to have an excellent meeting space in the "new" UT Pharmacy Building in a tiered auditorium style classroom equipped with state of the art audio and video projection and internet access. There's even power outlets for your PowerBook or iBook!

Getting there: The UT Pharmacy Building is located on University Avenue near the intersection of West 26th Street (which becomes Dean Keeton St. as it passes by the UT Law School). View a map of the vicinity and get driving directions here. The white square in the graphic below shows the location of the Pharmacy Building.

map to Pharmacy Building

Click here for a more detailed map.

Ample parking is now available just two blocks away in a new multilevel garage (PG4) recently constructed by the University. The garage is located at the corner of 27th Street and University Avenue, with the entrance on 27th Street. Cost is 3.00 for the whole evening.

Get driving directions to the garage and learn about their payment process. Other parking options are available around campus.

The next CapMac Board of Directors meeting is on Thursday, April 6, 2006.

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Schlotzsky's Deli, Center Park at Tech Ridge (see map)
Parmer at Interstate 35 (note new location)

Contact Person - , CapMac Treasurer/Membership Coordinator
512 502-8294

The Board of Directors meeting is generally held on the first Thursday of each month and is open to all members.

Directions are available from the Schlotzsky's web site. Bring your appetite and AirPort enabled PowerBook or iBook - Schlotzsky's has free wireless internet access!

Capitol Macintosh General Meeting Presenters

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