The operating system on your Macbook Pro or Macbook Air is called OS X. Part of that operating system is a program called Mail, and it is the application that starts when you click the postage stamp icon in the dock. Mail is a great program for many Mac users, but your specific email needs […]
How to Show Your Hard Drive on Your Desktop in OS X Mavericks
April 19, 2014 By
It is easy to become accustomed to finding things on your computer in a specific spot, so if a shortcut that you often use is not in the same location, then you will probably want to get it back. One frequently used shortcut for Mac users is the hard drive icon that is sometimes shown […]
How to Use OneNote on a Mac
July 4, 2013 By
OneNote is a great program, and an effective choice if you want to be able to keep track of important ideas, notes Web clippings and more. But if you use both Mac and Windows computers, you may have been looking for a way to access OneNote from your Mac. Fortunately you can take advantage of […]
How to Stream a Video in iTunes 11 on a Mac
June 22, 2013 By
Purchasing content in iTunes is a simple way to be able to access it across all of your devices. Whether it is an Apple TV, iPhone or iPad, as long as it is set up with your Apple ID, you can access your content. But sometimes you just want to watch a TV show or […]
How to Authorize a Computer in iTunes on a Mac
June 20, 2013 By
All of the apps, music, movies and TV shows that you buy through iTunes are affiliated with your Apple ID. You can then link the iTunes installation on your computer with your Apple ID, which allows you to download iTunes content to that computer. In order to do this, however, you need to authorize your […]
How to Remove a Program from the Mac Dock
March 30, 2013 By
The dock on your Mac’s screen is a very convenient place to quickly access your most frequently used programs. But that dock can quickly become very full as you start adding more and more programs, and you will eventually get to a point where you need to start deleting some. Fortunately it is a simple […]
How to Take a Screenshot on a Mac
March 29, 2013 By
Most computers include a feature that allows you to take a snapshot of your screen configuration so that you can save it or share it. If you have a Mac computer running the Mac OS X 10.8 operating system, then there is a simple way to take a screenshot and automatically save it to the […]
How to Stop Steam from Opening at Startup in Mac OS X
March 15, 2013 By
The Steam application is an excellent way to purchase and download games for your Mac computer. Not only is it a simple interface to navigate, but it provides a number of convenient ways to manage the computer games that you own for your Mac. But when you install the application on your computer, it will […]
How to Change the Command Key for a Mac on a Windows Keyboard
March 8, 2013 By
Many people that are looking to purchase a Mac computer choose a Mac Mini. It is one of the most affordable Mac options and it has a very small form factor. But the Mac Mini only comes with a computer and a power plug. You need to supply your own keyboard, mouse and monitor. Fortunately […]
Install a Wi-Fi Printer in Mac OS X 10.8
February 26, 2013 By
Installing a Wi-Fi printer in the Mac OS X 10.8 operating system is a remarkably simple process. This is especially true if the bulk of your printer installation experience is in a Windows environment. In fact, in many cases, you will not need any installation discs, nor will you need to navigate printing manufacturer websites […]
