Resources
Let's face it, we can take the best notes possible, but when we look at them later we are sometimes left scratching our heads and thinking, "What the heck is that supposed to mean?" So, when handouts are given at a meeting, the .pdf versions of those handouts will be placed here.
I am also starting to do short 'how to' videos on basics; starting with how to create and manage Bookmarks in Firefox and Safari. Weebly does not allow me to post videos so if you are interested in one of the videos, email me and I will send it to you.
Creating Bookmarks in Firefox
Managing Bookmarks in Firefox
Creating Bookmarks in Safari
Managing Bookmarks in Safari
If you are okay with written directions, I will also post .pdf files on the same subjects shortly.
I am also starting to do short 'how to' videos on basics; starting with how to create and manage Bookmarks in Firefox and Safari. Weebly does not allow me to post videos so if you are interested in one of the videos, email me and I will send it to you.
Creating Bookmarks in Firefox
Managing Bookmarks in Firefox
Creating Bookmarks in Safari
Managing Bookmarks in Safari
If you are okay with written directions, I will also post .pdf files on the same subjects shortly.
Following are links to sites we have discovered in our meetings or that people have indicated have been useful for them. These are just personal opinions and things I have run across. I make no claims as to their accuracy or validity as we all have different viewpoints and opinions.
Apple shortcut list - There are two kinds of folks, in my opinion: keyboard folks and mouse folks. Mouse folks like to click on the Menus or right click (control click if you have a one-button mouse) to perform actions. Keyboard folks prefer to use the Command key (used to be called the Apple key) and a key to do the same actions. If you are a keyboard person like myself, you will find this list most helpful.
Mac 101 - Getting Started
How to convert files that were created in an older Appleworks program
Performance testing of antivirus software - Folks often ask about virus protection for the Macs. While the newer (10.7 and 10.8) Macs offer fairly good protection, and there hasn't been a problem with malware for Macs, you still may wish to install some protection to protect against the day there is.
The Safe Mac - (Used to be Reed's Corner) Thomas Reed posts several articles per day on topics such as the antivirus software performance test, the recent problems with Java, suspected/known malware, viruses etc. The owner usually posts sev
Mac Maintenance and Troubleshooting - Find information on things such as resolving the dreaded spinning beach ball, troubleshooting and general maintenance.
Mac 101 - Getting Started
How to convert files that were created in an older Appleworks program
Performance testing of antivirus software - Folks often ask about virus protection for the Macs. While the newer (10.7 and 10.8) Macs offer fairly good protection, and there hasn't been a problem with malware for Macs, you still may wish to install some protection to protect against the day there is.
The Safe Mac - (Used to be Reed's Corner) Thomas Reed posts several articles per day on topics such as the antivirus software performance test, the recent problems with Java, suspected/known malware, viruses etc. The owner usually posts sev
Mac Maintenance and Troubleshooting - Find information on things such as resolving the dreaded spinning beach ball, troubleshooting and general maintenance.