NEW TO THE MAC? BEGINNERS:

As sent to me from My Mac expert.


This tutorial shows you how to set up and use the Dock:  http://mac.tutsplus.com/tutorials/os-x/dock101/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+mactuts+%28Mactuts%2B%29

This website has a ton of video tips on all things Mac. Very handy to keep in your Bookmarks:  http://macmost.com/tips

If you are moving from a PC to a Mac, there are a lot of helpful links (including one on our website, the New to the Mac tab) and in this NY Times article, there is another batch of useful links and info: http://gadgetwise.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/08/06/qa-moving-from-pc-to-mac/

Disk Utility is your friend! Find out why by reading this article:  http://mac.tutsplus.com/tutorials/os-x/whatisdiskutillity/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+mactuts+%28Mactuts%2B%29

More Mac Tips

A friend sent these tips to me. Send me some and I will pass along. 


Safari:  did you know you can open Safari web links in the background on your iPhone and iPod Touch? Yup and here is how:  http://osxdaily.com/2012/08/17/open-safari-links-in-background-iphone-ipod/

Wake N Shake:  this $2 app will definitely wake you up in the mornings when you set its alarm. Here is more:  http://www.imore.com/wake-n-shake-iphone-evil-alarm-clock

If you want to delete permanently your emails from your iOS device, read this:  http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/advice/9466820/How-do-I-delete-my-iPad-emails.html

Do you know how to edit or delete bookmarks on the iPad? I did not and found this article that made it easy:  http://www.gilsmethod.com/how-to-edit-and-delete-bookmarks-on-the-ipad

If you use Outlook.com for your emails, this article will show you how to set it up on your iOS device:  http://www.imore.com/how-set-outlookcom-email-your-iphone-or-ipad

Want to share your location with others? You can by using iMessage. Here is how:  http://www.imore.com/how-use-imessage-share-your-location-your-iphone

http://www.amazon.com/author/robertsherwood

Mac User Tips

A tidbit or two from a smart friend of mine. Just as she sent it to me.

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Here is a website that will blow your mind. You can explore Mars terrain using your iPhone! Those of you with iPhones really need to check it out as it is a lot of fun:  http://www.tuaw.com/2012/08/15/explore-mars-with-your-iphone/

This little item I first heard about from my sister-in-law and it is now available in the Apple Store. It is a very cool thermostat for your home that learns what settings you like and then, over time, and takes charge of them. It is highly rated by all who have tried it and here is one review you can read to learn more about it:  
http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/hands-on_with_the_nest_learning_thermostat_part_i/

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Amazon is too good.

How many retailers does the Internet need?  One. It is Amazon.

It keeps track of all your shipping addresses. It keeps track of what you searched for on Amazon and sends you reminder emails in case you have not purchased it somewhere else yet.

I purchase products at iTunes, Tennis Warehouse, and several other on-line retailers. None match the speed and ease of use as the Amazon Website.

I just purchased a driver side tail light assembly on Amazon for $45, the local jeep dealer charges $143 for the same tail light. The purchase experience, including the order confirmation, at Amazon was flawless. I also just purchased two pair of tennis shoes from Tennis Warehouse. I had to call them on the phone just to confirm the order was accepted.

Amazon is a winner. They are master marketers.

Streaming Video

Watch the brown bears in Alaska at www.explore.org

Streaming video is awesome.