New to mac..Rec. please

[mets1125]

I picked up my first Mac (uni MBP) on sunday. Can people please recommend any apps or programs I should install/check out. Thanks

 

[GGJstudios]

NEWBIE
Welcome to Mac ownership and welcome to MacRumors:Forums! You'll find a lot of information both here and on the web. Here are a few resources that may be helpful:

Mac 101 a tour of the Mac OS X
Switch 101 a tutorial on the process of migrating to a Mac
Apple Support search Apple Support and the Knowledge Base
MRoogle for searching the forums with Google (always a good idea before posting new questions)
How to set up a quick right-click search of the MR forums.
MacRumors FAQ
MacRumors Rules
MacRumors Guides Very helpful stuff!
A list of the MR Forums (so you'll know which forum is best to post a new question)
Maximizing your MacRumors troubleshooting experience. (if you really need help, this is valuable to know!)
Apple Find Out How
Apple Keyboard Shortcuts
You can find lists of essential applications here and here and here.....and here.

If you search the forums and don't find what you're looking for, just ask! There's lots of friendly help here! Enjoy your new Mac!

 

[Blue Velvet]

This is the best thread for apps.

 

[mets1125]

Thanks guys... I didnt even read the sticky

 

[reclusivemonkey]

That's ok. SOMEONE has to ask every hour ;-)