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#12: Troubleshooting Your Mac

October 15th, 2009 · 90 minutes

Macs are typically very reliable machines, but from time to time they can cause you trouble. In this episode, we discuss recommendations for identifying and fixing problems. We also discuss tips for keeping your Mac running smoothly and discuss more listn

#11: Services and Macworld 2010

September 29th, 2009 · 70 minutes

This episode provides an introduction to automation. Subjects include Applescript, Automator, and Snow Leopard Services. We also had Macworld Expo Director Paul Kent on to talk about Macworld Expo and Conference 2010.

#10: Mac Security

September 14th, 2009 · 85 minutes

This episode includes a survey of security issues for Mac owners. Subjects include virus and trojans, phishing and web security, and physical security and insurance.

#9: Getting Ready for Snow Leopard

August 16th, 2009 · 32 minutes

We know, we were supposed to do a show about security this week. But with all the news coming out about Snow Leopard we just couldn’t help ourselves. In this episode we talk about how to get your Mac ready for Snow Leopard and our tips for a smooth instal

#8: Backup!

August 9th, 2009 · 36 minutes

In this episode, David and Katie discuss backup tools, strategies and plans. Next show: Security Links of Interest SuperDuper Carbon Copy Cloner Time Machine Time Capsule Drobo MobileMe Mozy Backblaze Carbonite Amazon S3 Backjack

#7: LaunchBar Blackbelt

July 26th, 2009 · 69 minutes

In this episode we cover popular application launcher, LaunchBar. This episode goes beyond the basics and includes are several power user tips. We recommend you listen to this one in front of a Mac equipped with LaunchBar. Enjoy.

#6: Setting Up A New Mac

July 10th, 2009 · 34 minutes

In this episode we talk all about setting up a new Mac. Do you want to migrate your data or start from scratch? What are the options for getting your old data on your new Mac? Katie and David explore the options and share their tips and tricks. Links of

#5: Word Processing and Writing

June 28th, 2009 · 77 minutes

Episode five takes on word processing and writing on your Mac. It is no longer all about Microsoft Word. Apple’s own Pages is becoming a contender and there are several other tools that will help you write better. Links of Interest: Microsoft Office O

#4: Staying in Sync

June 4th, 2009 · 31 minutes

In our fourth episode we talk about a subject that plagues many Mac users, keeping thing in sync. Whether you’re trying to sync documents or data to another computer, a mobile device, or the cloud we talk about various products and services to allow you t

#3: Going Paperless

May 23rd, 2009 · 93 minutes

In this episode, we discuss all the steps necessary to take your piles of paper and get it into your Mac and organized.