Here is a list of websites to help resolve Macintosh related problems:
Not too "techy" sites:
http://www.macosxhints.com/
http://www.apple.com/support/
http://macfixit.com
http://forum.onmac.net/ (Windows XP on Intel Macs)
This site is good for purchasing hardware based parts and it has really good "how-to" videos and a troubleshooting section.
http://www.ifixit.com
This is not an endorsement for the above sites, so "user beware"...
Posted: November 5, 2007 8:32 am | 0 comments
Tags: Apple, Mac Help, Mac Troubleshooting, Macintosh
Apple has released a new update to 10.4 (Tiger).
Link for PPC Combo updater:
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/apple/macosx_updates/macosx10411co...
Link for Intel Combo Updater: http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/apple/macosx_updates/macosx10411up...
Please note that this update upgrades the Safari browser to version 3.0.4. Simmons eLearning has not yet certified this browser for use. I have successfully tested the new version of Safari with the following Simmons online resources:
AARC, WebMail, eLearning (browser check fails but eLearning is useable), Kronos, Simmons IKON Webprint, Online Directories.
I have encountered no issues on Simmons Standard software with the new update. But here is a link to a Macfixit website detailing some issues noted:
http://www.macfixit.com/article.php?story=20071115082559285
Posted: November 16, 2007 3:11 pm | 0 comments
Tags: 10.4.11, Mac, Mac OS X, Mac Tiger OS, Macintosh
"When Mac users need to create a database, they turn to FileMaker Pro more often than not. But for less complex tasks—cataloging the media you own, managing contacts, or keeping tabs on a project—an individual user firing up FileMaker is a bit like grabbing a hammer when you need a flyswatter. It’s overkill."
Click the link below for more information:
http://www.macworld.com/2007/11/firstlooks/bento/index.php?lsrc=mwweek
Posted: November 19, 2007 1:02 pm | 0 comments
Tags: Macintosh
In October Apple acknowledged a problem with the new silver iMacs freezing after an update was installed.
Not all silver iMacs need the update, click on the link below for more information:
http://www.macworld.com/news/2007/11/15/imacgraphics/index.php
Posted: November 19, 2007 5:06 pm | 0 comments
Tags: Apple Hardware, freezing, Mac, Macintosh, update
CreativeTechs publishes weekly TechTips via email. I have found some of there "TechTips" to be very useful.
Especially for Adobe applications.
Click below to see the latest TechTip, "Don't crop use Photoshops Trim feature"
http://www.creativetechs.com/iq/dont_crop_use_photoshops_trim_feature.ht...
Click lik below for more information or to sign up for weekly emails.
http://creativetechs.com/tips/
Posted: December 3, 2007 12:15 pm | 0 comments
Tags: Adobe, Mac OS X, Mac Troubleshooting, Macintosh, Tech Tips
I think the latest commercial from Apple for the new iPhone represents a distinct break in ideology for the company.
Consider the classic Apple TV spot from 1984, announcing the Macintosh. The message was clear: Apple is an insurgent company, destroying the monotony and drudgery of the IBM world. As the firm that produced the spot says, "The original concept was to show the fight for the control of computer technology as a struggle of the few against the many." Steve Jobs' comments from this period shed more light on the message being conveyed:
It is now 1984. It appears IBM wants it all. Apple is perceived to be the only hope to offer IBM a run for its money. Dealers initially welcoming IBM with open arms now fear an IBM dominated and controlled future. They are increasing and desperately turning back to Apple as the only force that can ensure their future freedom. IBM wants it all and is aiming its guns on its last obstacle to industry control, Apple. Will Big Blue dominate the entir ... more »
Posted: June 9, 2008 7:30 pm | 0 comments
Tags: Apple, iPhone, Macintosh, steve jobs
