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Apple OS X Server: How to set up Open Directory
Once you've installed and set up Apple's OS X Server, setting up Open Directory is the next natural step. Here's how to do it.
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First look at the iWork for iCloud beta
Erik Eckel takes a look at the beta offering of iWork Pages, Keynote, and Numbers for iCloud.
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How to set up Apple OS X Server
Jesus Vigo outlines the basic steps of setting up Apple OS X Server and describes its main features.
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Mavericks OS will make it easier to become Apple-only shop for SMBs
The next release of OS X promises to have features that will make it easier for small businesses to build out an infrastructure based on Apple technology. Erik Eckel explains why.
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Solutions for writing to NTFS drives in OS X
Here are several solutions for getting OSX and NTFS systems to work together.
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Mac Mini Server ideal for SMBs
For SMBs that need a lot of power without the configuration and maintenance headaches, the Mac Mini with OS X Server can support substantial business operations.
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Leverage Wiki Server to maximize collaboration, legacy investments
Wiki Server is built in to OS X and delivers a capable, integrated, and efficient intranet website that can power an intranet portal.
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Find lost serial numbers with Mac Product Key Finder
Even the most organized system may not hold a record of all serial numbers and product keys that you need. Here's one tool that might help you retrieve them.
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New OS X, iOS, and Microsoft Office updates will help out business users
Some of the new features for iOS 7 and the Mavericks OS, plus a new Microsoft Office for iPhones app, will be a boon for business users. Here's what to look out for.
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WWDC 2013 hardware updates: Revisions bold or blah?
Erik Eckel offers his first impressions of the hardware updates announced by Apple and what aspects he thinks will be most relevant to business users.
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Apple's new Mac Pro desktop: First look
Here is a just-the-facts look at the Mac Pro desktop, announced at Apple's WWDC event, with links to galleries and a roundup of other news.
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Do your users need MacBooks or iPads? Deciding factors
Users may lobby for an iPad over a laptop, but is it going to be enough to meet their work requirements? Here are some deciding factors that should settle the question.
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How to find and delete pesky 'other' data in OS X and iOS
For users who suspect the vague category of "other" data is hogging space and resources on their OS X or iOS systems, here is how to investigate what it is and delete it.
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Secure data with FileVault 2 on a Mac
Here are the steps to enable FileVault 2, which protects user data with whole-disk encryption.
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Five tips for improving Mac performance
These aren't the cheapest or the easiest ways, but these tips for improving your Mac's performance will have the most impact.
Topic Contributors
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Erik Eckel
Erik Eckel owns and operates two technology companies. As a managing partner with Louisville Geek, he works daily as an IT consultant to assist small businesses in overcoming technology challenges and maximizing IT investments. He is also president of Eckel Media Corp., a communications company specializing in public relations and technical authoring projects.
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Jesus Vigo
Jesus Vigo is a Network Administrator by day and owner of Mac|Jesus, LLC, specializing in Mac and Windows integration and providing solutions to small- and medium-size businesses. He brings 15 years of experience and multiple certifications from several vendors, including Apple and CompTIA.
