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How to Fix Sleep Issues on Portable Macintosh Computers

By Alexia Petrakos

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Portable Macs, iBooks, PowerBooks and the newest MacBooks are susceptible to Sleep problems. Instead of going to Sleep when the lid is closed, portable Macs may shut themselves down or may not wake properly forcing you to restart. They may also ... more »

How to get a free iphone

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Always wanted a free iphone, but can't afford the price? Here is your ticket..... more »

How to GET A FREE IPOD NANO

By lynna

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I have been looking for a Ipod nano for a long time now, and cannot find any for a reasonable/affordable price. I then found out that I can get one for free, and so I did! This is my second time around, I will be getting my second FREE 8 GB Ipod ... more »

How to Get A Movie Download To Your PC

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Several popular file download programs exist. These programs vary in their ease of use, selection of files and movie search capability... more »

How to Get Away With an April Fool's Prank on a Mac Computer

By eHow Computers Editor

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The more computer-savvy pranksters might want to spring this trick onto an unsuspecting co-worker or family member. Some prior knowledge of the computer user's frequently used documents is helpful for this prank. Read on to learn how to get away ... more »

How to Get the Best Deal for a Mac Computer Online

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Mac computers are becoming more and more popular in households because of the capabilities and the simple fact that they are much less vulnerable to viruses and Trojans than a Windows computer. Read on to learn how to get the best deal for a Mac ... more »

How to Get the Best Deal for a Mac Computer Online

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The decision to buy a computer is one that many households are making—it seems that nearly every household in the United States has at least one computer. Mac computers are becoming more and more popular because of their capabilities and the ... more »

How to How do I separate Movie Trailers & PODcasts?

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I'm using iTunes v7.6.2.9 and a 3rd Generation Nano. I only have 4GB's and so I can't really load any movies on it like my 60GB. So I started to download movie trailers, I have a large collection of music and several PODcasts loaded. What I've ... more »

How to Install a PDF Writer on a Mac

By eHow Computers Editor

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You will need to download and install a PDF writer in order to make PDF files if you are using a version of Mac OS prior to OS X. Installing software on your Mac is as simple as getting the software, unpacking it and "mounting" it by dragging and ... more »

How to Install Mac-Compatible DVD Burners

By eHow Computers Editor

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DVD burners are optical computer drives that encode or "burn" data onto DVDs so you can store information from your computer on DVD. Mac-compatible DVD burners are available for every Mac model, including the latest Mac Mini. You can upgrade your ... more »

How to Learn Something New Using Your iPod or MP3 Player

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With today’s technology, there are more ways than ever to learn new things. Put your iPod or MP3 player to use to educate yourself while on the move. It’s a great way to make use of spare time while waiting for a doctor’s appointment or while in ... more »

How to load OS X on a PC

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Have you ever been sitting at your computer, and had it pop up a command prompt open and display this message "Hi, I'm a PC... but i want to be a mac." If so, this guide is for you... more »

How to Maintain a Mac

By eHow Computers Editor

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Like any home computer, your Mac running OS X needs periodic maintenance. There are some utilities built into OS X that you should run periodically. There are also commercial applications you can use to maintain it... more »

How to Manage Email With Rules in Apple Mail.app

By Alexia Petrakos

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Most email programs allow you to manage, sort and file incoming mail automatically with rules. Apple's Mail.app is no exception. Based on criteria you set, Mail can move email to a new folder, highlight it different colors, file the email or even ... more »

How to Manage Your Tasks With iCal

By Alexia Petrakos

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As far as productivity applications are concerned, you can go the super-complicated "Getting Things Done" or GTD route (and there are plenty of GTD-focused applications out there) or you can get super-simple with a pad of paper and a pen. If you ... more »

How to Move Apple Mail Settings and Email on a Mac

By Alexia Petrakos

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Moving email settings from one Apple Macintosh computer to another requires a bit of legwork. Since Mail (also called Mail.app or Apple Mail) doesn't have a built-in export feature, you'll have to locate two separate files to copy over to the ... more »

How to Mute the Startup Sound on a Mac

By Alexia Petrakos

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The familiar startup sound on a Mac can be music to your ears one day, and a nuisance the next. If you're in a quiet environment like a library or don't want to disturb your fellow coffee shop patrons, that sound is at best an annoyance. There ... more »

How to Order Parts for a Mac

By eHow Computers Editor

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Many people argue that Mac computers can't be customized to the same extent as PCs, but tech-savvy people should be able to work on their machines. You need to be sure that you order the right parts for a Mac if you want to work on it yourself... more »

How to Play Online Roulette Using a Mac

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Online roulette has been growing in popularity since online casinos and gaming sites first appeared on the Internet. Roulette has always been one of the most popular casino games because of its high payouts and air of sophistication and style. ... more »

How to Protect Your Computer or Laptop

By Naz Ir

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You've made that investment with a healthy amount of cash out of pocket to show for it. Now, you need to know how to protect your computer or laptop, especially when you're traveling... more »

How to Remove DRM Protection From Apple Store Downloads

By eHow Computers Editor

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When you download music from Apple's iTunes Store, you download files that have Digital Rights Management protection, or DRM protection. This helps to prevent piracy and illegal sharing of copyrighted material. However, when you legally own the ... more »

How to Repair Disk Permissions on a Mac

By eHow Computers Editor

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Common computer problems such as software crashes, lockups and power outages can cause issues with your Mac that you might not notice. You can easily repair the disk permissions on a Mac to help it run smoother and fix some performance issues... more »

How to Report Problems to Safari

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If you run into any problems while running the Safari Web browser, such as Web pages that fail to load properly, features that don't work right, or other technical issues that you can't seem to solve, you have the ability to report those problems ... more »

How to Request a Mac Repair Online

By eHow Computers Editor

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Some people can troubleshoot and fix their Macs without any help from an authorized repair center. People who aren't as tech savvy will have to contact Apple to have a computer fixed. One of the ways to start the service process is to request a ... more »

How to Reset the SMU on an IMac G5

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The System Management Unit (SMU) controls various power-related functions on your iMac G5 computer. If you're having problems getting your computer to turn on, wake up from sleep, turn off or run the fan, then it may help to reset the SMU... more »

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