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Articles about Apple
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Pro tip: How to enroll in Apple's Volume Purchase Program
Jesus Vigo reviews the requirements and steps for enrolling in Apple's Volume Purchase Program (VPP).
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Apple brags about environmental responsibility in new report
Apple has continued its corporate activism with a new report outlining its efforts to protect the environment
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Pro tip: Make crystal-clear FaceTime audio calls with iOS 7
Cell signal dead spots are everywhere, but if you've got a strong Wi-Fi signal, you can make free audio calls to any iOS or Mac user in the world with FaceTime.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook isn't afraid to be a corporate activist
With the release of a video celebrating Apple's involvement in San Francisco's annual Gay Pride parade, Tim Cook has Apple, Inc. playing the corporate activist.
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Pro tip: How to recover files using Time Machine, including email
While most users understand Time Machine backs up data, many don't know how to actually recover files, including email messages. Here's how.
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Analyst briefing: Managing the influx of Apple devices into the workplace
Integrating Apple devices into the enterprise can lead to high implementation and management costs, as well as increased security risks. Companies must plan carefully and be ready for the consequences...
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Customers: Using Apple's beta software before it's ready is a terrible idea
As developers test new versions of Apple's iOS and OS X operating systems, non-developers should refrain from using the latest and not-so-greatest.
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Backup your workstation with True Image for Mac
Jesus Vigo takes a look at True Image for Mac, a data protection and backup solution by Acronis.
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Slingbox helps business travelers watch TV on the go
Forget WatchESPN and all the other TV apps -- for business travelers who want to watch TV on the go, Slingbox is the ultimate solution.
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3 tips for getting the most out of AirPlay
AirPlay can be a great tool for presentations, demos, and even making your iOS apps appear on the big screen. Cory Bohon offers some tips for getting the most out of AirPlay.
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Twelve South's SurfacePad: A solid, minimalist iPad cover
According to Jordan Golson, Twelve South's SurfacePad won't protect the iPad from a 30-foot drop, but it is one of the best iPad covers around.
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Photo editing options for Macs based on business tasks
Erik Eckel highlights three photo editing tools for Macs, beginning with iPhoto, since most business users never require the sophistication that advanced applications pack.
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What did Apple get for its $3 billion? A review of the Beats Solo2 headphones
Beats has sold a ton of headphones, even though audio snobs think they're terrible. But what about the new Solo2 units? Jordan Golson takes them for a spin.
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Pro tip: Configure Xcode Server on OS X Server
Jesus Vigo walks through the steps of configuring Xcode settings and connecting Xcode to OS X Server on the Master Workstation (and any additionally nodes, as needed).
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New 4-bay Thunderbolt 2 external drive gives exceptional storage performance in a compact package
The previous version of the Mac Pro lacked internal storage. A new product from Other World Computing aims to fix that with a (comparatively) inexpensive external solution.
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Pro tip: Get the most out of location-based reminders
Location-based reminders let you get notified of certain tasks when arriving or leaving a specific location. Let us show you how to take full advantage of these reminders.
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.