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Apple in the Enterprise
Selena Frye
TechRepublic Staff
Selena Frye
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Growing sophistication of Mac malware is cause for alarm
Erik Eckel explains why new malware threats such as OS X Crisis and Morcut should get the attention of users and admins.
Posted by Erik Eckel | July 27, 2012, 11:01 AM PDT | Latest comment by Fiona33
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Pro tip: Navigating the Finder with the keyboard
Wil Limoges shares his tips for using the mouse less and the keyboard more to speed up your workflow on a Mac.
Posted by Wil Limoges | July 26, 2012, 7:10 AM PDT
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Apple news: Mountain Lion upgrade list, Retina-ready Parallels 7
Wil Limoges highlights two items of note to Apple users -- a more complete list of compatible Mac systems for Mountain Lion upgrade, plus a Parallels update.
Posted by Wil Limoges | July 19, 2012, 6:00 AM PDT
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MacBook Pro or MacBook Air: Choosing the right model for user needs
Erik Eckel takes a detailed look at the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models to determine which is best for certain kinds of users.
Posted by Erik Eckel | July 18, 2012, 10:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Printing basics: Tips connecting printers with Mac Lion
Wil Limoges offers a few basic tips and a few things to look out for when installing a brand new printer or connecting to a new printer via Mac Lion.
Posted by Wil Limoges | July 12, 2012, 6:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by shyamasrisen
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Windows 8 closes feature gap with Mac OSX
Erik Eckel sees the inspiration for Microsoft's new Windows 8 features in Mac OS X. Here are the four features that he thinks are most welcome in the new OS.
Posted by Erik Eckel | July 11, 2012, 10:31 AM PDT | Latest comment by DWFields
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Data Recovery Guru helps your Mac recover lost files
Derek Schauland tries out the Data Recovery Guru for Mac. Find your lost and deleted files.
Posted by Derek Schauland | July 5, 2012, 9:48 AM PDT
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iMac or Mac Pro: Making the best choice for your users' needs
Erik Eckel considers the specs of both the iMac and Mac Pro. He offers his opinion on which is appropriate for users based on their primary tasks they perform.
Posted by Erik Eckel | July 3, 2012, 1:46 PM PDT | Latest comment by hartiq
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Tips for getting best results with Apple's new Retina display
Wil Limoges goes over the Retina Display tips that were suggested in Apple's FAQ update, including what to expect when running Windows on the MacBook Pro.
Posted by Wil Limoges | June 28, 2012, 7:44 AM PDT
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Three iOS 6 features to please business users
Erik Eckel talks about the new messaging options, email features, and iCloud improvements that he thinks will improve the experience of business users.
Posted by Erik Eckel | June 27, 2012, 11:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by keshar.hayat@...
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Get a how-to series on integrating Macs into a Windows shop
Get Lauren Malhoit's series on managing Macs in a Windows environment as a compilation download.
Posted by Selena Frye | June 26, 2012, 12:41 PM PDT
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Upgrading to Mountain Lion: How to prepare
The release of Mountain Lion is right around the corner. Wil Limoges shares some tips on system requirements and backups, as well as a list of which machines will still run Mountain Lion effectively.
Posted by Wil Limoges | June 21, 2012, 10:16 AM PDT
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Enterprise orgs should plan policy to ensure Gatekeeper compliance restrictions
Erik Eckel argues for a corporate policy to maintain Gatekeeper restrictions on users that lock down certain options.
Posted by Erik Eckel | June 20, 2012, 10:47 AM PDT
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iOS 6 features that could be great for business
Wil Limoges covers the new features in iOS 6 that he thinks will be the most useful for business users when it is released later this year.
Posted by Wil Limoges | June 14, 2012, 6:58 AM PDT | Latest comment by Gisabun
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WWDC 2012 announcements disappoint business users
Erik Eckel notes how this week's WWDC came up short for business users.
Posted by Erik Eckel | June 13, 2012, 8:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by sbarman
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Apple WWDC: MacBook Pro with Retina, iOS 6 this fall, updated Siri, and more
Get just the highlights of today's Apple WWDC announcements and find links to more details and photos.
Posted by Selena Frye | June 11, 2012, 1:03 PM PDT
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The road to Apple's WWDC 2012
Wil Limoges discusses what he expects to see come out of the 2012 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference. Do you expect any big announcements or surprises?
Posted by Wil Limoges | June 7, 2012, 6:50 AM PDT
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Gatekeeper adds security layer for businesses that load Mountain Lion
Erik Eckel explains how Gatekeeper can provide another layer of security for businesses who upgrade to Mountain Lion this summer.
Posted by Erik Eckel | June 6, 2012, 9:00 AM PDT
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See if DEVONthink for Mac works for your data management needs
Derek Schauland introduces DEVONthink for the Mac -- a database management application that helps you store, organize, and search many types of data in one handy app.
Posted by Derek Schauland | June 5, 2012, 12:07 PM PDT
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Resources to support your Apple product management needs
Wil Limoges offers these recommendations for Apple support needs, including how to find a local consultant, battery documentation, and recycling your Apple products.
Posted by Wil Limoges | May 31, 2012, 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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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
