Some great video tutorials here. Short 10 second intro.
Want to learn iWork Numbers?
February 8, 2010
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Need to Convert Pages Docs to Word Docs En Masse
February 8, 2010Very nice custom script below that you can attach as a folder action. Really good work and such a time saver!
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Security flaw puts iPhone users at risk of phishing attacks (Updated)
February 8, 2010This is concerning. I wonder if anyone has an exploit yet?
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Shocker: Consumers Hate Waiting For Slow Web Sites
February 8, 2010Of course. We expect that if we are being sold to, that the company has the resources to provide them to us. We don’t have patience for a TV signal to show up. If it doesn’t we just don’t visit that station anymore. Well this is how my friends are, I don’t have cable.
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how to use Audacity to edit and create a podcast:
February 8, 2010Nice to know. Audacity is a free program. Worth trying!
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Citrix on Mac: A Fix for SSL Error 61
February 8, 2010Good investigative work. Apathetic IT department can’t find solution that non professional finds. Then this same person complains if they get laid off. What do they think their job is for?
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Apple Again Tops HP, Dell in Customer Satisfaction
February 8, 2010Apple really does have great service. One of the best that I have experienced. The only thing that comes close to the same level of service has been Volvo. They once did a very expensive $1600 repair for “customer goodwill”. I was stunned and grateful since I was financially strapped at that point. Its a terrible car, expensive and not worth it, but I do have to give them props for that.
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Having problems with a Windows shared printer?
February 8, 2010Then if you feel comfortable modifying text files here migh
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Apple, It Time to Correct Airport Bugs
February 8, 2010
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What computers are Hackintoshable?
February 8, 2010Here is a nice chart. Interesting the compatibility for things. This is strictly for educational purposes only.
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Young people moving from blogging to texts and Social networking
February 7, 2010I guess that means that old people are the only ones blogging now. Hmm. I guess this means Twitter is for old people too.
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Internet HoneyGrid reveals 95% of User Generated Content is spam or malicious
February 7, 2010I agree with this. I have received more than 2000 spam posts myself with only about 200 being valid. So then you have to ask yourself, is having comments really helpful or cost effective use of time?
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Want to create a panoramic photo on the Mac?
February 7, 2010Then you might want to consider Autostitch. He also used Photoforge. Looks great to me!
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Have clinicial rotations and want iPhone app suggestions?
February 7, 2010Then you should read what this lady has to say. Plus some nice extras like a firefox add on to save time in writing a thesis paper.
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Can Your iPhone Cure Acne?
February 7, 2010
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In Whom I trust. (Includes Apple)
February 7, 2010Why certain people and brands are trusted. Makes sense. I don’t know that I trust brands. I can’t think of a brand that hasn’t failed at some point. I would have said Toyota a month ago, but we all know whats happening with that.
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Schedule mail on Mac – Automator iCal Alarm
February 7, 2010This is a good hint if you want to send email at a specific time. Its a good introduction to the power of Automator.
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At Apple Store in OakBrook IL now
February 7, 2010Just waiting to see if I can get my old laptop fixed under warranty. *crosses fingers* If not, then I might be using my gf computer to get online. Using a beautiful new MacBook Pro.
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How to put an iPhone into recovery mode
February 6, 2010
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Mac OS X Software Update problem: None of the checked updates could be saved
February 6, 2010This is a great thing to know. Good thing the fix is so simple.
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In other news – Going to the Apple Store tonight!
February 6, 2010The video has been flickering which it had done before about 2 months ago when I took it in and they replaced the video module. So I wonder how the Oak Brook Apple Store genius will do tonight? They have always fixed the problem, and I love having an appointment. Its fun to play with the new stuff.
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Well I made the switch to T-Mobile
February 6, 2010Tired of the run around with AT&T technical support. I am excited to see how the service is. It can’t be any worse. *crosses fingers and hopes*
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Modbook maker not worried about iPad
February 6, 2010Interesting that the maker wouldn’t see this evolution as a threat. Perhaps it does gives more awareness to this category.
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Managing notes – a perfect storm
February 6, 2010Plus a good strategy for backing up the files and sharing them with other machines. I like his suggestions.
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Enabling and using the “root” user in Mac OS X
February 5, 2010So if you have regular Mac OS X root is disabled. If you have Mac OS X server is enabled. To learn more click here.
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Clock made from a recycled Apple ibook G4 computer case
February 5, 2010Neat idea. I wonder who thought of this?
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Want to stream your iTunes anywhere including the web?
February 5, 2010You can use this program called pulpTunes to do it. Its just a beta now but the reviews of it have been good.
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Don’t like VLC? Hate Mplayer? Have you tried Movist?
February 5, 2010This has a nice review about it. Very useful site!
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Need to protect your iPhone from damage or water?
February 5, 2010Then you might be interested in the Pelican case. I had a Pelican case for a camera and it worked great. Nothing inside of it ever got wet. I specifically tested it int he bathtub with a piece of paper and it was dry. Great engineering!
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Want to watch Woz talk about he gave color to a computer?
February 5, 2010It is a fun video and really engaging. Nice if you are Woz fan or just a history nerd. Some of us happen to be both.
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Want to wirelessly charge your electronic gadgets?
February 5, 2010For the price of $140 to make one device work it isn’t worth it to me. It looks cool but more of a gimmick I think. Generally plugging in devices isn’t so hard or time consuming.
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Can you migrate a Time Machine backup?
February 5, 2010According to this neat work around by Joe Kissell YES! Good work Mr. Kissell.
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Macs and Failing Hard Disks – an early detection tool
February 5, 2010This is a good tool to make sure you don’t have a failing hard drive. I usually hear the warning sides of hard drive failure, but if you aren’t a tech it would be a worthwhile program to install.
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Historical interview from 1994 with Steve Jobs. Interesting!
February 5, 2010Some surprising quotes. It is really fun to see how he has changed over the years.
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InDesign tip: tinting grayscale photos
February 4, 2010Nice tutorial. Read more about duotones.
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Mac OS X v10.5, v10.6: About named streams on SMB-mounted NAS, Mac OS X, and Windows servers; “-36″ or “-50″ alerts may appear
February 4, 2010Interesting. I haven’t worked in any place that used this but it sounds promising. Nice to see.
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Mac OS X’s Finder: Moving locked files
February 4, 2010Interesting but not a big deal for most people. I know of very few Mac users who lock their files.
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Solidworks Moving to Mac OS X
February 4, 2010This is used by the Space and Aircraft Industry. Fantastic to see more developers.
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Facebook ‘doppelganger’ craze is illegal
February 3, 2010I thought so. Well I am safe from this legal problem. 
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Gangs on Twitter: America’s Nightmare
February 3, 2010
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Is IT a dead end?
February 3, 2010This opinion piece seems to think so. I’m all for empowering end users. I think though that even small business needs direction and that seems best from a professional.
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Study links excessive internet use to depression
February 3, 2010This makes sense. I think for me life is best when it is done with balance or moderation.
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OCS-open source automated inventory and deployment system
February 3, 2010So this is nice. Most commercial software that does inventory costs thousands of dollars. I will try this the next time I have to gather info.
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Aren’t bald women with Macs cute?
February 3, 2010I think so. If you want to see more then you should click here. Warning cute pictures ahead.
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Want to control your computer with your iPhone?
February 3, 2010
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Want to play your XBox or PS3 games remotely?
February 3, 2010Well you can with this device. Kind of amazing to have streaming video games!
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Open Source laptop/computer recovery tool
February 2, 2010Its called Prey and if it works it is a tremendous value. They might look to see whats on your laptop before they format it. “Prey is a lightweight application that will help you track and find your laptop if it ever gets stolen. It works in all operating systems and not only is it Open Source but also completely free.”
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How useful is an iBook Clamshell now?
February 2, 2010Surprising you can still sync an ipod to it and use it to view the web. Find out more here.
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Excited switcher to Mac
February 2, 2010Even though its an older Mac this person is thrilled. It doesn’t take much to make healthy people happy.
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The Smart Mac: iTunes, iPhoto & Aperture
February 2, 2010Kinda cool that the mac is getting some smarts. One day it may not even need us.
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