The MacXpertshttp://themacxperts.com/index.phpCertified Macintosh Support. When, where, and how you want IT.enMarc MintzCopyright 2009-2011 Marc Mintz & The MacXperts2011-09-29T16:15:36-06:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:49:40 -0600Google Calendar and iPhone or iPad - Synching Multiple DelegatesMarc MintzBlog2011-09-29T16:15:36-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/4f642ba8ba0328c44cc3780403963a1d-71.html#unique-entry-id-71http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/4f642ba8ba0328c44cc3780403963a1d-71.html#unique-entry-id-71SUMMARY

Though iOS devices and Google calendar work great together, there has been one sticking point–If you have multiple Google calendars under one Google account, only the first (primary) calendar will show on your iOS device. None of your delegate (secondary) calendars will appear.

Read on for how to get all of your Google calendars to work on your iOS device.
]]>SECURITY ALERT: DigiNotarMarc MintzBlog2011-09-12T10:06:45-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8976f53278e95ef26f283e506af679a5-70.html#unique-entry-id-70http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8976f53278e95ef26f283e506af679a5-70.html#unique-entry-id-70SUMMARY

There is a potentially extreme security alert that impacts all computer systems that access the Internet. Please read this article and take action immediately.

Originally published 20110905. Updated 20110912.
]]>Mac OS X 10.7 Lion PreparationMarc MintzBlog2011-07-04T07:49:57-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b707a666bf2791759b1015616bc12dfe-69.html#unique-entry-id-69http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b707a666bf2791759b1015616bc12dfe-69.html#unique-entry-id-69SUMMARY

Apple has released the Golden Master (GM) for Mac OS X 10.7 Lion to developers Friday, July 1. Should all go well, this is the version to be used for general distribution. Read on for what you need to know about upgrading.
]]>iCloud: Start Using it NOW!Marc MintzBlog2011-06-15T09:03:13-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/54040376df914d439b1b24c7af5e8257-68.html#unique-entry-id-68http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/54040376df914d439b1b24c7af5e8257-68.html#unique-entry-id-68SUMMARY

Though Apple announced iCloud at the July 2011 Apple Developer Conference, it won’t be available until some unknown date in the future.

But you CAN start using it NOW!]]>Address Book: How to Print Mailing LabelsMarc MintzBlog2010-12-10T18:56:44-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ede7ba22248023e632f528f0a68ab70c-67.html#unique-entry-id-67http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ede7ba22248023e632f528f0a68ab70c-67.html#unique-entry-id-67SUMMARY

It’s that time of year when my phone rings constantly with requests for help on how to print mailing labels or envelopes for Holiday card giving. With the Mac OS X Address Book it is really simple once you know the steps.]]>Repair and Reuse: Is it Really Green?Marc MintzBlog2010-12-03T09:11:43-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/1dea6922c633b622b50d6de461ed3485-66.html#unique-entry-id-66http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/1dea6922c633b622b50d6de461ed3485-66.html#unique-entry-id-66SUMMARY

The trifecta punch of an economy circling the drain, the political correctness of being “green”, and the holiday season have had many of my clients opting to repair older equipment instead of replacing it. But is this the best option?]]>How to Clean Your MacintoshMarc MintzBlog2010-11-20T09:25:11-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/6cda181128124e08da40601417c78a91-65.html#unique-entry-id-65http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/6cda181128124e08da40601417c78a91-65.html#unique-entry-id-65SUMMARY

As I am writing this blog, it is that time of year when family and friends start visiting with wild abandon. This means that we start cleaning our homes with equal fervor! I’ve got no problem with cleaning (well, as long as someone else is doing it), but every year brings me many a client with sad tales of destroying their computer in the process.

Computer equipment must be cleaned differently than your other household and office goods. A few stray molecules of liquid in the wrong place can result in lost data or permanently damaged hardware. Read on for the proper and safe way to keep your Macintosh looking great.]]>Browser Glitch: Use Archive Utility to Automatically Work With File DownloadsMarc MintzBlog2010-11-19T16:16:35-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/364a32cd3dbf0d06591357c0227835d4-64.html#unique-entry-id-64http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/364a32cd3dbf0d06591357c0227835d4-64.html#unique-entry-id-64SUMMARY

Though your browser should automatically know how to work with compressed/archived file formats (such as .dmg, .zip, .sit, etc.), the reality is that it often goes brain dead. No worries! It’s just a few mouse-clicks to retrain your browser to automatically decompress, and if appropriate, mount your file.]]>Time Machine How to Change ScheduleMarc MintzBlog2010-11-17T14:56:57-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/909c19331d5af2822f9a728651d87b34-63.html#unique-entry-id-63http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/909c19331d5af2822f9a728651d87b34-63.html#unique-entry-id-63SUMMARY

Time Machine is one of the best options for backing up your Macintosh. But by default it backs up every hour. For some folks, that gets in the way of their work. In this brief blog we examine how to easily change the schedule.
]]>Sophos Anti-Virus Step by StepMarc MintzBlog2010-11-08T01:00:23-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b1cec488bdf0269b0807745b6c936067-62.html#unique-entry-id-62http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b1cec488bdf0269b0807745b6c936067-62.html#unique-entry-id-62SUMMARY

Sophos is now offering it’s Anti-Virus software free for non-commercial use. Downloading and installing the utility is quick and easy. However, the default settings should be edited to ensure full protection of your Macintosh.
]]>64-Bit Boot Mode Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-11-02T20:50:55-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/0e8ad201edd0e274ccff8fdbd8196967-61.html#unique-entry-id-61http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/0e8ad201edd0e274ccff8fdbd8196967-61.html#unique-entry-id-61SUMMARY

If you have upgraded to Snow Leopard, you may be able to configure your Mac to boot in 64-bit mode. For most users, this will offer a (sometimes very significant) performance boost.

Read on to see how to change from booting in 32-bit to 64-bit mode.]]>Mac HelpMate 3.2 Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2011-08-06T13:37:08-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/0f796a2200918bf8007ded60984dcbda-60.html#unique-entry-id-60http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/0f796a2200918bf8007ded60984dcbda-60.html#unique-entry-id-60SUMMARY

Take care of your Macintosh, and it will take care of you. This blog outlines how to run your own diagnostics and repairs on your Macintosh using Mac HelpMate.

Updated 8/6/2011 for Mac HelpMate 3.2 (available by subscription only).
]]>Dropbox Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-09-11T13:44:53-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/f48bb1228901b236c724955e9676514f-58.html#unique-entry-id-58http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/f48bb1228901b236c724955e9676514f-58.html#unique-entry-id-58SUMMARY

Dropbox is one of the most useful yet simple tools you may ever use. This How-To will give you all you need to start being more productive.]]>Carbon Copy Cloner Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-09-10T19:33:15-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/5843c561bc3c758483961063cea5ef9e-57.html#unique-entry-id-57http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/5843c561bc3c758483961063cea5ef9e-57.html#unique-entry-id-57SUMMARY

I consider a few things to be absolutely essential if you are to use a computer. At the top of that list is to have viable backups of your data and your drives. In this blog I will walk step-by-step through using Carbon Copy Cloner, our tool of choice to create bootable clone backups.]]>Routine System Maintenance - The MacXperts WayMarc MintzBlog2010-09-09T22:08:05-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ea4517cc22c87fbc1f9ba096fcaa86b5-56.html#unique-entry-id-56http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ea4517cc22c87fbc1f9ba096fcaa86b5-56.html#unique-entry-id-56SUMMARY

One of the ways in which I endeavor to make The MacXperts exceptional is the level at which we maintain our client systems. While virtually all other technicians and consultants perform nothing more than a Disk Utility permissions and directory repair when conducting standard maintenance, we consider that just the tip of the iceberg.

So many of our clients have commented how impressed they are with the depth to which we go to ensure their systems are running at full speed and integrity, that I have outlined our approach in this blog.]]>Cowboy WisdomMarc MintzBlog2010-11-21T20:03:05-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ac2334f1c59efa1feb0c1269b6152747-54.html#unique-entry-id-54http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ac2334f1c59efa1feb0c1269b6152747-54.html#unique-entry-id-54SUMMARY

Before there were spin doctors, professional politicians, used car salesmen, HMO’s, and attorneys that have forgotten why they entered the profession, sanity ran free through the countryside. The cowboy - honest, trustworthy, strong of heart and back, who learned to be self-sufficient without draining the resources of his neighbors and to survive in a land that was often cruel and barren - became the quintessential wise man of the range. The MacXperts celebrates our uniquely American Cowboy Wisdom.]]>Review The MacXpertsMarc MintzBlog2010-08-09T09:32:38-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8759d4827ff9a0f89a6b2a76e8c06080-53.html#unique-entry-id-53http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8759d4827ff9a0f89a6b2a76e8c06080-53.html#unique-entry-id-53SUMMARY

The MacXperts gains new clients almost exclusively through word of mouth. Have we exceeded your expectations? Been a savior in your time of need? Rode in on our white stallion and saved the town? Here is your chance to let others know so that their town may be safe as well!]]>Remote Support with Mac HelpMate Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-07-29T14:51:11-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/fc4111545f7b1e2f8f35e613a459258d-52.html#unique-entry-id-52http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/fc4111545f7b1e2f8f35e613a459258d-52.html#unique-entry-id-52SUMMARY

Step-by-step instructions on how to download, install, and configure Mac HelpMate to allow remote access and control over your Mac or Windows computer.]]>Remote Support with Remobo Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-07-29T14:50:02-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/75eb3ec669b525fb68d8fec98c9dfd5c-51.html#unique-entry-id-51http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/75eb3ec669b525fb68d8fec98c9dfd5c-51.html#unique-entry-id-51SUMMARY

Step-by-step instructions on how to download, install, and configure Remobo to allow remote access and control over your Mac or Windows computer.]]>Remote Support with LogMeIn Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-07-29T14:44:51-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/5a9c4aeafe6ccc954d3bb59be9d3c8d5-50.html#unique-entry-id-50http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/5a9c4aeafe6ccc954d3bb59be9d3c8d5-50.html#unique-entry-id-50SUMMARY

Step-by-step instructions on how to download, install, and configure LogMeIn to allow remote access and control over your Mac or Windows computer.]]>Data Security - Part 2Marc MintzBlog2010-07-20T18:54:59-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/dd4abbd4cf22ad5efed3dccc629c0f2a-49.html#unique-entry-id-49http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/dd4abbd4cf22ad5efed3dccc629c0f2a-49.html#unique-entry-id-49SUMMARY

If you have read “Securing Your Data - Part 1”, you know how to physically secure your data. Now let us take a look at security on the network.]]>Intego VirusBarrier Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-06-18T16:24:41-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/eeaf92894f9566adf98332a2b8cb98a3-48.html#unique-entry-id-48http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/eeaf92894f9566adf98332a2b8cb98a3-48.html#unique-entry-id-48SUMMARY

Intego VirusBarrier is currently the only anti-malware utility The MacXperts recommends for the Macintosh. It does include an extensive online help, but for those of you that just need to get it done, I’ve included a quick installation guide.]]>Podcast ReviewsMarc MintzBlog2010-06-14T10:26:26-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b36c3b05c22db87e4dba6ae91fc7eba8-46.html#unique-entry-id-46http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b36c3b05c22db87e4dba6ae91fc7eba8-46.html#unique-entry-id-46PODCAST REVIEWS

A running summary of the podcasts I’m feeding my brain.]]>Book ReviewsMarc MintzBlog2010-09-12T19:57:06-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/daacc34188c43f9ea46f7b67f777fd9a-45.html#unique-entry-id-45http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/daacc34188c43f9ea46f7b67f777fd9a-45.html#unique-entry-id-45BOOK REVIEWS

A running summary of the books I’m feeding my brain.]]>iPhone: What To Do With An Old iPhoneMarc MintzBlog2010-06-09T14:24:47-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b7f485a9cc61fd52333e2b6c4c9a19b5-44.html#unique-entry-id-44http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/b7f485a9cc61fd52333e2b6c4c9a19b5-44.html#unique-entry-id-44SUMMARY

Steve Jobs announced the iPhone 4 on Monday June 7 at the World Wide Developers Conference. The cost is $199 for the 16GB model, and $299 for the 32GB.

But what to do with your “old” iPhone?]]>Steve Jobs WWDC Keynote AddressMarc MintzBlog2010-06-07T12:54:32-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8eef58fe884fc5785ce99fc4e6be6719-43.html#unique-entry-id-43http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8eef58fe884fc5785ce99fc4e6be6719-43.html#unique-entry-id-43SUMMARY

Live update of the 2010 Apple World Wide Developers Conference. All stuff, no fluff. Reported times are mst (real cowboy time).]]>If You Keep Doing What You Have Always Done...Marc MintzBlog2010-05-25T07:06:57-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/5cb26c8ac17de31cfdcdbfa183aae883-41.html#unique-entry-id-41http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/5cb26c8ac17de31cfdcdbfa183aae883-41.html#unique-entry-id-41SUMMARY

Unless you have been living in an ice cave for the past 50 years, you have heard the quote: “If you keep doing what you have always done, you will keep getting what you have always gotten.” Perhaps it is appropriate to take a few minutes to examine one possible area to do things differently.]]>RAM: Why More Memory is BetterMarc MintzBlog2010-10-04T16:59:48-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ec77640d9757de9b55175da1b8807555-39.html#unique-entry-id-39http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ec77640d9757de9b55175da1b8807555-39.html#unique-entry-id-39SUMMARY

You can never be too slim, too rich, or have enough RAM. Or so the saying goes.

I’m not entirely sold on slim. Rich–I get that. But RAM? Read on for the “Why”.]]>Facebook: Protect Your Privacy on FacebookMarc MintzBlog2011-03-08T19:34:19-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/627275aa4fb6f50987e3aa97f28ffcff-38.html#unique-entry-id-38http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/627275aa4fb6f50987e3aa97f28ffcff-38.html#unique-entry-id-38SUMMARY

Over 400 million people worldwide are members of Facebook. It is the place for social networking. As an aside, as of mid May 2010, it is also ranks among the top three sites for online advertising. But it is also among the least secure sites that contains your personal information.

Read on for how to secure your personal information.]]>Synchronize Files Between Your Mac, PC, and iPhoneMarc MintzBlog2010-05-13T16:47:14-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e07bc0068bfa767ad2222ece9b3dd13c-37.html#unique-entry-id-37http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e07bc0068bfa767ad2222ece9b3dd13c-37.html#unique-entry-id-37SUMMARY

Sure, you have the latest, greatest Mac, you have your iPhone 3Gs, and maybe even a screaming gaming PC. You’ve loaded Adobe CS5 and having a blast discovering all the tips and tricks.

And yet, like the princess and the pea, it is sometimes the little stuff that can drive you mad–like how to keep a document that you work on both at home and the office accessible to both. Perhaps your solution is with file synchronization.]]>Total Cost of Ownership: Return On Investment For New Computer PurchasesMarc MintzBlog2010-05-12T08:43:55-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/2844fcebeae626448baac0ff3ffbe33b-36.html#unique-entry-id-36http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/2844fcebeae626448baac0ff3ffbe33b-36.html#unique-entry-id-36SUMMARY

So, you have the itch to purchase a shiny new computer system, but the boss (perhaps the Boss in you) thinks that this would be an extravagant and unnecessary expense.

You need some ammunition to (self?) justify the purchase.

You need an ROI calculator! Here it is.]]>Foreign Language Characters in Mac OS XMarc MintzBlog2010-05-09T18:43:36-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e3dd4c541373d162f7cb3ff6f7255791-35.html#unique-entry-id-35http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e3dd4c541373d162f7cb3ff6f7255791-35.html#unique-entry-id-35SUMMARY

Have you ever torn a handful of hair out trying to enter a foreign language character in Mac OS X?

Stop the Rogaine! It’s really quite easy!

]]>Google Alerts: How to Configure Google AlertsMarc MintzBlog2010-05-04T22:46:13-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/420f4a81059a7bb7aa6ce330a72fdc13-34.html#unique-entry-id-34http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/420f4a81059a7bb7aa6ce330a72fdc13-34.html#unique-entry-id-34SUMMARY

Do you find yourself searching Google on a regular basis to find the latest information on the same topics? How would you like Google to automate the searching for you, then notify you via email the instant new information is found?

That is what Google Alerts is all about.]]>Search Engine Optimization - Part 1Marc MintzBlog2010-04-28T17:34:38-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/20cebe108982af45b4e0e4db8cae150d-32.html#unique-entry-id-32http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/20cebe108982af45b4e0e4db8cae150d-32.html#unique-entry-id-32SUMMARY

Do you have a personal or business website? Are you interested in higher ranking in Google, Yahoo, etc. (appearing within the first page or two)?

This is called Search Engine Optimization, or SEO. It is a black art shrouded in secrecy, voodoo, and far too many scam artists promising to get your site onto Google's page 1.

Read on for a free strategy to help boost your ranking in under 15 minutes!
]]>Update or Upgrade Mac OS X How-ToMarc MintzBlog2010-04-27T16:40:33-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/753eb67c715722c291b134ff53cb24d4-31.html#unique-entry-id-31http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/753eb67c715722c291b134ff53cb24d4-31.html#unique-entry-id-31SUMMARY

At the time of this writing (3/21/2010), Apple is poised to release its latest update to Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6.3. Looks like a perfect time to review the Best Practices for updating your operating system.]]>UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply): How to Choose the Right UPSMarc MintzBlog2010-04-27T16:39:03-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/4aa04d20befb92af9d7db54e376d4ad2-30.html#unique-entry-id-30http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/4aa04d20befb92af9d7db54e376d4ad2-30.html#unique-entry-id-30SUMMARY

45% of all hardware, software, and network problems can be traced back to feeding your computers with unfiltered AC power. There is an inexpensive, easy solution that can cut your tech support costs almost in half.]]>Wireless Network: How to Secure a Wireless NetworkMarc MintzBlog2011-03-08T19:07:13-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/065e80dab849ed07b407d77e2d1b58a0-29.html#unique-entry-id-29http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/065e80dab849ed07b407d77e2d1b58a0-29.html#unique-entry-id-29SUMMARY

Got WiFi? Then you most likely have a few folks trying to get onto your network without your knowledge or permission! Unless you like having your bandwidth stolen, and your data compromised, it’s time to bolt that door shut.]]>Font Installation in Mac OS X Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-03-17T11:18:06-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e6c8d1be4899725dcd3297578d1977ab-22.html#unique-entry-id-22http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e6c8d1be4899725dcd3297578d1977ab-22.html#unique-entry-id-22SUMMARY

Fonts got you down? It can happen and you don’t even know it. Fonts can be a source of many problems looking like system or document corruption. Follow these simple steps to ensure your fonts are installed correctly.]]>Doing the Right Thing at the Right TimeMarc MintzBlog2010-01-01T12:20:20-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/9346ce91b9719c45674e3d8b391dfa9e-19.html#unique-entry-id-19http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/9346ce91b9719c45674e3d8b391dfa9e-19.html#unique-entry-id-19SUMMARY

Doing the right thing at the right time can save you drama in your computing, and in life.]]>System Updates: Updating your Mac OS Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-09-29T14:46:10-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/163bb3f4ae9bb5f456f53867a1dd3946-16.html#unique-entry-id-16http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/163bb3f4ae9bb5f456f53867a1dd3946-16.html#unique-entry-id-16SUMMARY

Updating and upgrading your operating system not only provides your computer with new capabilities, but important security enhancements. Let’s review the Best Practices for updating your operating system.]]>Google Apps: Is Google Apps Right for You and Your OrganizationMarc MintzBlog2010-09-04T23:34:09-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/c4a039a4631dd99750752eb23800e4cf-15.html#unique-entry-id-15http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/c4a039a4631dd99750752eb23800e4cf-15.html#unique-entry-id-15SUMMARY

Is it time for you or your organization to migrate to Google Apps for your email, calendar, documents, and collaborative work? In this blog we examine how GA may be the brightest move you make this year.

Note: This document was originally published 7/18/2009. Updated 9/4/2010.]]>Should You Upgrade to Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6)?Marc MintzBlog2009-08-25T13:21:23-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/318cad8fdb8120ca97a34218273ef95c-14.html#unique-entry-id-14http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/318cad8fdb8120ca97a34218273ef95c-14.html#unique-entry-id-14SUMMARY

Apple released Mac OS X 10.6, also known as Snow Leopard, on August 28, 2009. As with every major upgrade, the question must be asked: “Should I upgrade?”]]>Total Cost of Ownership: How to Reduce TCOMarc MintzBlog2010-09-04T23:29:35-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8911f8cffc1a9a0ce9921cd67e23384e-13.html#unique-entry-id-13http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8911f8cffc1a9a0ce9921cd67e23384e-13.html#unique-entry-id-13SUMMARY

In today’s economy it becomes even more important to reduce the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of your technology. In this blog I review the few simple steps you can take to save the most with the least work.]]>Remote Access OptionsMarc MintzBlog2009-12-14T17:03:36-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/68ac8639eb641c6a993b564569e6bf71-12.html#unique-entry-id-12http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/68ac8639eb641c6a993b564569e6bf71-12.html#unique-entry-id-12SUMMARY

Ever need to access your files from your home or office computer when on vacation, on the road, or simply at the office or home? What you need is Remote Access to your computer. Read on for your options.

Originally posted 4/26/2009. Updated 9/27/2009, 12/14/2009.]]>Data Security - Part 1Marc MintzBlog2010-09-09T20:20:47-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/de5b30a94dc2abb8d1a9762d11ea8530-11.html#unique-entry-id-11http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/de5b30a94dc2abb8d1a9762d11ea8530-11.html#unique-entry-id-11SUMMARY

It will surely happen to many of us. Come back to the office Monday morning to find some computers missing. Or turn your back for just a moment at the airport only to find your laptop stolen. Not only have you lost an investment in hardware, but now someone else has access to all of your data - address book, passwords, bank account information, company proprietary data. How can you protect yourself against such violation?

Original post 2/22/2009. Updated 9/9/2010.]]>Macintosh Consultant: How to Hire an IT ConsultantMarc MintzBlog2011-12-31T00:00:00-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/d22560f38fb8436a487a0ca50820db00-9.html#unique-entry-id-9http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/d22560f38fb8436a487a0ca50820db00-9.html#unique-entry-id-9SUMMARY

Finding and hiring a computer consultant doesn’t need to be a costly endeavor fraught with land mines. This article provides you with a checklist to help make just the right choice.]]>RSS: How to Configure RSS FeedMarc MintzBlog2011-12-31T20:37:00-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8bbebc5346081f3548152c921174bfcf-7.html#unique-entry-id-7http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/8bbebc5346081f3548152c921174bfcf-7.html#unique-entry-id-7SUMMARY

Learn how to configure your system to be automatically notified of new blog articles from The MacXperts.]]>Productivity 101 - 10 Tips to Greater ProductivityMarc MintzBlog2010-09-04T23:36:47-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ab3839bb689b72fa697a5097b80469bc-6.html#unique-entry-id-6http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/ab3839bb689b72fa697a5097b80469bc-6.html#unique-entry-id-6SUMMARY

Work smarter, not harder.

Originally posted 2/26/2009. Updated 9/4/2010.]]>Backup: How to Design a Backup SystemMarc MintzBlog2010-06-03T09:18:21-06:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/42b2fb9d5c2236b0f3a734a62b3270fe-5.html#unique-entry-id-5http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/42b2fb9d5c2236b0f3a734a62b3270fe-5.html#unique-entry-id-5

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It’s not a matter of if you will ever lose your data, only a matter of when, and how often.

Originally posted 2/26/2009. Updated 6/3/2010.

]]>Anti-Virus: Should a Macintosh Use Malware ProtectionMarc MintzBlog2010-12-07T14:29:04-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/3fd69a946e0ef101152b95b6088ff2a7-4.html#unique-entry-id-4http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/3fd69a946e0ef101152b95b6088ff2a7-4.html#unique-entry-id-4SUMMARY

Should you protect your Macintosh from malware?

Originally posted 4/26/2009. Updated 12/7/2010.]]>AppleJack Step-By-StepMarc MintzBlog2010-11-11T15:05:41-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e9711c15b390bd863c743f7a664606bf-3.html#unique-entry-id-3http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/e9711c15b390bd863c743f7a664606bf-3.html#unique-entry-id-3SUMMARY

Take care of your Macintosh, and it will take care of you. This blog outlines how to run your own diagnostics and repairs on your Macintosh using Mac AppleJack.]]>System Installation: How to Install Mac OS XMarc MintzBlog2010-02-02T07:42:23-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/50dec871df6f7b5340ad1ddbc24ebae6-1.html#unique-entry-id-1http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/50dec871df6f7b5340ad1ddbc24ebae6-1.html#unique-entry-id-1SUMMARY

Before you install your Mac hardware or software, takes these steps to ensure smooth computing.

Originally posted 2/26/2009. Updated 2/2/2010.]]>Windows on Macintosh How ToMarc MintzBlog2010-12-12T16:32:19-07:00http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/4e15a9e0bc619da32093c92609c0d69c-0.html#unique-entry-id-0http://themacxperts.com/blog/files/4e15a9e0bc619da32093c92609c0d69c-0.html#unique-entry-id-0SUMMARY

Interested in running Windows on your Mac OS X computer? Read on to discover all of your options!

Originally posted 3/2/2009. Updated 12/12/2010.]]>