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July 23, 2012 - Hammondsport Mac Users Group ATTENDING: Tom B, Jerry L, Bob S, Larry T, Stafford L, Bob G and Ed M.
The group shared various questions from our Mac experiences. Some were answered, some not. We decided to continue with more Q+A at the next meeting.
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Sometimes low batteries in a wireless mouse will cause erratic cursor
behavior such as false clicks or unintentional drags; try unplugging
the mouse and use only the trackpad to see if problem persists. Also
interference from other devices such as cell phones, microwaves,
or phone base stations can cause erratic cursor behavior.
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Launch Photobooth, Facetime, Quicktime, iChat, Skype or any application
that uses a camera.
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By using Quicktime
Pro ($29), it is possible to export a video for web which results
in fairly small m4v files
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Various opinions on this answer; no consensus - (read about the little
details in Mountain Lion)
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Click on 'Save' next to attachment icon to get drop-down
menu; select 'Save to iPhoto'
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Unanswered
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Cookies can be viewed in the Preferences of each browser; Safari>Prefs>Security>Show
Cookies; to remove a specific cookie, click on it, then 'Remove'
or click 'Remove all' to start fresh; websites will resupply a new
cookie when you visit; in Firefox, go to Preferences>Privacy>Show
Cookies
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In the Desktop Menu at far right; each application has its own Help menu.
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When you reset your iPad, you will be prompted by iTunes to back
up all data. When you later restore to the same iPad or to a new
one, right click on iPad in devices to 'transfer purchases.' You
can also download apps for free using your apple ID that you purchased
them with.
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Use the on-board Keychain App (found in Utilities Folder) to remember
passwords for apps and devices on your computer; try 1Password for
internet sites and log-in screens (see link below)
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Use keyboard shortcut COM-SHIFT-4 to capture a selected part of any
screen view.
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Use keyboard shortcut COM-SHIFT-4 then SPACEBAR to capture a complete
open window.
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Many Mac keyboards have
a miniature number pad located in the J,K,L area which is activated
by pressing the num-lock key (F6); usually the key lights up when
active, producing numbers rather than letters from certain keys.
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Yes - try the free app Audacity (see links below).
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Boot up from your OS install disk; then use Disk
Utility (found in Utilities folder) to erase your computer's
hard drive; most secure method is 35-passes.
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Drag the unwanted files into the Trash; then empty the Trash; then
eject flash drive.
A - After checking for possible loose or bad cable connections, try swapping out your ISP DNS numbers for universal ones which meet all the latest standards. Go to System Prefs>Network>Ethernet. Put in 8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4 or 4.2.2.1, 4.2.2.2, 4.2.2.3, 4.2.2.4 - read more about this at MacHighway.
MAC HELP MENU - find answers built into every Mac - just a click away
APPLICATION HELP - no need to go online for help - it's all in your computer!
APPLE DISCUSSION FORUMS (online) - a great place to find help from other Mac users. iFIXIT - the greatest take-apart/put-together website with lots of question/answer forums
HELPFUL APPS
INTERESTING ARTICLES
How I Write - by Glenn Fleishman - longtime Mac advocate explains his work flow approach.
HUMOR
Hammondsport Mac Users Group - Hammondsport, NY 14840 - www.hportmug.com
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What
causes an app to launch or a file to open unexpectedly when I simply
hover the cursor over its icon for a very brief time?
How
can I activate the built-in camera on my Mac to see if it works?
What
is the best format for sharing videos on the web?
Is
it a good idea to upgrade to OSX 10.8 (
How
can I move an e-mail photo from my Mail account to my iPhoto?
How
do you create a folder system within Adobe Lightroom to keep track
of files?
Where
are 'cookies' kept on my mac and how do I add or remove them?
Where
is the closest place to find help for a mac application?
If
I reset my iPad, will I lose my purchased apps and downloaded e-books
and have to buy them again?
How
can I manage all my different passwords and usernames?
How
can I take a picture of a portion of my screen or website?
When
I begin typing a word, numbers (rather than letters) appear. What causes
this?
Is
it possible to use my mac as a recording device to capture a 60-minute
lecture?
How
can I securely erase a disk before parting with my computer?
How
do I clear files from a USB flash drive?
Why
do I keep losing my internet connection after going on-line?
One
of the best places to look for help is under the '
