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Selena Frye
TechRepublic Staff
Selena Frye
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Syncing The Hit List with Daylite gives you all-access pass to your data anywhere you go
Vincent Danen picked his favorite productivity tools and made them all work together between his Mac, iPod Touch, and BlackBerry.
Posted by Vincent Danen | December 21, 2009, 6:00 AM PST
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VMware Fusion improvements close gap on Boot Camp for dual-boot Macs
Erik Eckel concedes that the recent VMware Fusion release is coming close to replacing his favorite dual Mac-Windows boot solution, Boot Camp. He highlights its best features.
Posted by Erik Eckel | December 18, 2009, 7:24 AM PST | Latest comment by Sysadmin/Babysitter
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Sync application preferences with Dropbox
Not only is the Dropbox file-synchronization tool handy for backups, it can also be used to keep application preferences synced between different computers. Vincent Danen highlights some of the...
Posted by Vincent Danen | December 15, 2009, 7:59 AM PST
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Snow Leopard iCal Server 2 targets enterprise users
Erik Eckel writes that Mac's iCal Server 2 is more compatible than ever with other platforms, and even though it lacks a few features, cost savings on user licenses still make it an attractive option.
Posted by Erik Eckel | December 11, 2009, 7:55 AM PST
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Cross-platform Dropbox provides easy backups and file-syncing between computers
Dropbox is a convenient, automatic backup system that works on your Macs, as well as Windows and Linux PCs. It allows easy access to files through a Web interface and helps you keep files synced.
Posted by Vincent Danen | December 7, 2009, 11:41 AM PST | Latest comment by chris_black
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Easy application syncing with Mac's Daylite CRM
Vincent Danen explains how Mac OS X's powerful Daylite CRM application syncs easily with other applications to provide highly flexible, up-to-date access to all of your most important information...
Posted by Vincent Danen | November 30, 2009, 11:53 AM PST | Latest comment by seanferd
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Three things to remember when connecting Snow Leopard users to Exchange 2007
Erik Eckel takes a look at the business improvements made in Mac's Snow Leopard release. Better compatibility with Microsoft Exchange make it not only enterprise-ready, but enterprise-friendly.
Posted by Erik Eckel | November 24, 2009, 7:57 AM PST | Latest comment by luis@...
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Get to know Daylite CRM for Macs
Vincent Danen introduces the Mac CRM package, Daylite. While it is relatively expensive, it's a complete, reliable, and stable application that he thinks is well worth the cost.
Posted by Vincent Danen | November 23, 2009, 6:00 AM PST | Latest comment by vdanen
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Configure OS X for Kerberos single sign-on authentication
If you have an existing Kerberos Linux server, you can tie a Mac OS X client into it. Vincent Danen takes you through this tricky configuration.
Posted by Vincent Danen | November 17, 2009, 1:20 PM PST
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Snow Leopard offers important advantages to enterprise administrators
Erik Eckel makes a case for the enterprise-worthiness of Mac OS X. He cites Snow Leopard advantages in security, integration, and performance that should make it a serious consideration for the IT...
Posted by Erik Eckel | November 12, 2009, 6:00 AM PST | Latest comment by eldergabriel@...
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Get creative with Automator workflows in Mac
Mac OS X's Automator utility offers a scriptless way to automate repetitive tasks. New, pre-defined templates and a better Services menu in the latest version allows you to be even more creative...
Posted by Vincent Danen | November 9, 2009, 6:00 AM PST
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Regaining Kerberos support in OS X 10.6 for Single-Sign On authentication
Vincent Danen was very disappointed that Apple removed the Kerberos GUI tool in the latest version of Mac OS X. To regain SSO authentication, he shares a shell script that he wrote to get back the...
Posted by Vincent Danen | November 2, 2009, 8:34 AM PST | Latest comment by ArnarGunnarsson
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Apple's Wiki Server 2 simplifies collaboration
Erik Eckel takes a look at Apple's Wiki Server 2, included with Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server and evaluates it for use in the enterprise.
Posted by Erik Eckel | October 28, 2009, 10:25 AM PDT
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Learn to use the improved Snow Leopard Services menu
Vincent Danen discusses the new and improved Services menu in Snow Leopard and gives several examples of what you can do with it to improve productivity.
Posted by Vincent Danen | October 26, 2009, 10:56 AM PDT
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Use Shimo to create VPN connections in Mac OS X
Vincent Danen introduces Shimo, a first-class VPN connection application for OS X that works with OpenVPN, Cisco's VPN, IPSec, PPTP/L2TP, SSH, and more.
Posted by Vincent Danen | October 20, 2009, 1:42 PM PDT
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Inside Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server
Erik Eckel explores the benefits of deploying Mac's Snow Leopard Server in the areas of cost, maintenance, ease of use, and rich applications.
Posted by Erik Eckel | October 15, 2009, 10:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by Jeff012
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Is Snow Leopard eating your data?
Some Snow Leopard users who log into a Mac Guest account and then log back into their regular account, find that it is completely empty of data, as if it were a brand new account. Oops.
Posted by Selena Frye | October 13, 2009, 11:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by tgdixon@...
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Optimize your Mac experience with the LaunchBar multitasker
Vincent Danen introduces Mac users to the productivity-boosting LaunchBar tool, which includes customizable system search options, a clipboard manager, filesystem navigator, and more.
Posted by Vincent Danen | October 12, 2009, 9:55 AM PDT
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Tips for support technicians booting Windows on Macs with Boot Camp
Erik Eckel shares several tips for support technicians who work with Boot Camp-powered Windows systems, including issues with USB peripherals and NTFS partitions.
Posted by Erik Eckel | October 8, 2009, 6:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by online@...
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Get system display options with GeekTool for the Mac
Vincent Danen introduces GeekTool, a System Preference Pane for Mac OS X that allows you to display system information of your choice directly on the desktop.
Posted by Vincent Danen | October 5, 2009, 6:00 AM PDT
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How to create a bootable USB to install OS X
Jesus Vigo goes over the steps to create a bootable USB to install OS X 10.7-10.8 and OS X 10.5-10.6, as well as how to put multiple versions on the same USB.
Posted by Jesus Vigo | April 2, 2013, 6:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by themacjesus
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Creating and deleting files using the Mac Terminal
For Mac geeks who want to learn more about using the command line, Wil Limoges offers this basic tip for creating and deleting files in Terminal.
Posted by Wil Limoges | January 26, 2012, 7:21 AM PST
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The five best Mac task management apps
Erik Eckel recommends the five best apps that he has found for doing task management on Macs.
Posted by Erik Eckel | April 3, 2013, 10:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by sharon.wilson
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Tips for dual-booting Windows 8 on Macs
Erik Eckel recommends using Boot Camp to dual-boot Windows 8 on Macs. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.
Posted by Erik Eckel | March 20, 2013, 11:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by tsivonen
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Secret iPhone codes for the power user
Wil Limoges shares some of the iPhone codes that you can input on the number pad to perform a variety of tasks.
Posted by Wil Limoges | August 9, 2012, 7:30 AM PDT | Latest comment by langr
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How to mirror the iPad's display on large monitors
Erik Eckel explains the options for using adapters and AirPlay to mirror iPads' displays on larger monitors for meetings, presentations, and seminars.
Posted by Erik Eckel | March 21, 2012, 2:02 PM PDT | Latest comment by bingowringo
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Two SSH clients to consider for the iPad
Vincent Danen has used two SSH applications for the iPad that might come in handy if you need to remotely access a server. Here are his thoughts on iSSH and Prompt.
Posted by Vincent Danen | May 24, 2011, 6:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by simonchope
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Mac sharing Part 3: Windows in the mix
This part of the series on Mac sharing shows you how to connect and share files between Macs and Windows machines on your network.
Posted by Simon Barnett | May 1, 2013, 11:27 AM PDT
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Mounting NFS volumes in OS X
Vincent Danen outlines the steps to set up NFS mounts with the Disk Utility GUI in Mac OS X and offers some basic tips on configuration.
Posted by Vincent Danen | April 5, 2010, 10:45 AM PDT | Latest comment by César
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How to diagnose a failing Mac hard disk
Erik Eckel shares some tips for diagnosing and recovering a failing Mac hard disk.
Posted by Erik Eckel | January 18, 2012, 1:39 PM PST | Latest comment by JackR10
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Eliminate these common Mac backup errors
Backups do not fall into the "set it and forget it" category. To ensure reliable and secure backups of your data, watch out for these common mistakes.
Posted by Erik Eckel | April 24, 2013, 9:41 AM PDT
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Scapple proves powerful mind-mapping app for Mac users
Scapple is a newly-released app for Mac users that aims to simplify the way you take notes, capture ideas for brain-storming, and map processes.
Posted by Erik Eckel | May 1, 2013, 6:00 AM PDT
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How to back up and restore Boot Camp partitions
Backing up and restoring the Windows environment stored within Boot Camp partitions can be tricky. Jesus Vigo recommends this method using WinClone.
Posted by Jesus Vigo | May 9, 2013, 6:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by themacjesus
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How to speed up a sluggish Mac
Wil Limoges shares his tips for speeding up a Mac that seems bogged down by performance problems.
Posted by Wil Limoges | September 21, 2011, 8:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by computerimpaired
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Clean up iPhoto to make it faster
Vincent Danen explains how to clean up your iPhoto library to make it faster. Depending on the size of your photo library, speeds can be improved moderately or significantly with a just a few tweaks.
Posted by Vincent Danen | June 28, 2010, 6:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by Slayer_
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Apple data center deployment strategies await new Mac Pro specs
Will Apple unveil new Mac Pro specs that signal a renewed commitment to the enterprise data center?
Posted by Erik Eckel | April 16, 2013, 10:19 AM PDT
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Introduction to OS X Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Vincent Danen gives you a basic overview of how ACLs can be managed in OS X with Finder.
Posted by Vincent Danen | March 16, 2011, 11:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by vdanen
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The best Mac antivirus applications
Erik Eckel recommends two antivirus solutions for Mac protection.
Posted by Erik Eckel | April 11, 2013, 5:30 AM PDT | Latest comment by TraderStf@...
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Change Mac permissions via the command line to save time
Erik Eckel explains the basics of the ls command, which displays file and folder information on the command line and allows you to edit permissions settings much quicker than using Mac's Finder.
Posted by Erik Eckel | July 21, 2010, 12:31 PM PDT
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Mac sharing Part 2: File-sharing scenarios
Sharing files between Macs is easy and convenient. Here are tips for various file-sharing scenarios, including AirDrop and User and Guest account sharing.
Posted by Simon Barnett | April 23, 2013, 11:52 AM PDT
