I am back but still just to ask a few questions

quite apple specific queries - u might want to ask if the mod would move this thread to the apple sections, u might get better/more feedbacks

cheers ...

"the mod" is obliging that way

@Kooler, I don't know the answers to most of your questions (as I don't own a Mac), but you can get 2GB memory modules from a few places. I'd recommend going to Crucial's website (www.crucial.com) and use their system scanner or memory advisor tools to tell you which memory will work for your system. Then you can either purchase from Crucial directly or price compare at several online and local retailers.

I got a 2*512MB kit of Corsair for my MacBook and they work great. I got them on NewEgg.

1:iLife is composed of
iTunes
iPhoto
iDVD
iMovie
GarageBand

All those applications should be on your computer in the Applications folder.

iWork 06 is composed of
Pages
Keynote
and new in iWork 08
Numbers

Those should be in the iWork folder of your Applications folder

2: What exactly are you needing help with?

3: I covered that one

4: I use an old Dell laptop bag for my MacBook, its huge so it lets me carry anything i need

5: Ok, when you talk about it closing.... i guess you mean it looks sort of like it is bowed? So the latches are latched, but the corners are not flush with the palmrest right? I think you should be fine so long as it is uniform... I personally never was fond of the MacBook Pro latching scheme, I think they should switch to magnets like on the MacBook.

In as far as the airport extreme base station...

If you open up finder, click on Applications, and in there you will find a folder named Utilities. In that folder you should find a program called "Airport Utility" That is where you will make all changes to the setup of the base station. I am not at my house at the moment to be able to walk you through more in-depth, but from the sounds of it, you want a basic setup where DHCP is enabled for your laptops.

In as far as a bag, I use a Brenthavan, and have been very happy with it. In my particular case I find it provides much better protection than most bags do(This is probably the 7th or 8th "laptop" bag I have gone through). I bike in to school and work a fair amount, but don't take it mountain biking or anything like that

In as far as RAM< go to Crucial's website, and if you don't order from them, it will at least give you all the information you need to know in order to order the correct RAM.

And yea I am not a big fan of how Apple organizes their "Applications" folder, and because of how they set up their system updates, if you either don't install something they expect, or move it to provide a bit more sanity, it screws with the system update, so you really should leave it where it is unfortunately. Beyond that though I believe TheStu covered your points on what suite consists of what, so if oyu ahve more questions feel free to ask.

Seablade

Who is this person and why would he have "made enemies"?

The easiest way to share music w/ iTunes is to have your music located on one drive or system. Then you just set up iTunes to not import (copy) your music into the iTunes library and set up the designated drive on the network as your iTunes library. Set up all your computers in a similar way and you're all set. The only way it might get complicated is if you purchase some music via iTunes, which typically gets stored in the actual iTunes folder. But, if you're main music folder is your iTunes folder, then you should be able to play purchased music on any of your computers, so long as they are activated with your iTunes account. All of the computers should be able to use the all-in-one printer if it's plugged into the base station. The easiest way to configure them if your other systems are windows based, is to install Bonjour on them and use the wizard. Your only limitation here is that your scanning functions might be limited or unavailable in a networked setup. So if your computer next to the AIO Printer is networked to it, then the scanning/faxing might be moot via the computer. Usually in this sort of situation Apple ships the new version of iLife on Disk. This might also be the case with iWork if you paid for it. If not, call Apple and get the stuff you paid for. All of the iLife links should be right there on your dock (on the bottom of your screen). All of your applications are installed in your, um, applications folder to which you have a link from each and every Finder window you open. If you have an Apple store nearby see if you can schedule some classes. Newegg, Zipzoomfly, Google, (insert website of memory maker here). Rebates and sales will vary from place to place. I check in on places like Dealram, Techbargains, and Dealmac every now and again to see what's out there. Not sure what you're asking for here. If you want to get rid of it throw it in the trash, burn it, ebay it, wear it as a hat, take your pick. If you want a new one check them out at your computer or Apple store of choice so you can see how the interior and the zipper looks. The same goes for a backpack or bag. Your best bet is to try and find one you can actually put your hands on and see how it all fits together. e.g.- ones at a store. Are the contact pads around the screen touching the palm rest area? Or is it simply a case where the the bow is facing down toward the center of the palm rest because the latch point is lower than the space created by the pads being in contact w/ the outer edges of the screen? The latter would be normal, the prior would be an undue amount of bowing of the actual screen chassis.