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Desktop files and folders slow computer

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:45:55 +0000

"Clear the decks
Many Mac users believe the Desktop is the perfect place to store files. After all, it puts the files you use most often front and center. The problem is that the Finder treats any folder or file on the Desktop as a window. That window designation is benign if you don’t have many items on the Desktop, but clutter it with files and folders and the Finder will slow significantly. If you’ve noticed that the Finder has become pokey and you have a lot of items on the Desktop, there’s your answer—too much clutter. It’s time to pick up your junk and put it in its proper place."

The above quote is from a recent Macworld article: Tips for a tidier Mac

I'd like to hear more about this. It would seem to make a huge difference in the way a Mac is used - lots of desktop icons = slow computer; a blank desktop = faster computer.

I called Apple and the support advisor said that they had never heard of the issue. Does anyone know of any references bearing on this?

Apple monitors intermittent blackouts

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 01:49:42 +0000

I think Macworld should look into this issue. See http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1902288&start=330&tstart=0
Been an issue since early 2009 and over 30,000 views at Apple's support community website.
It's unresolved and now I add my monitor to the list. I am working away and then --- nothing. Then comes back on. Maybe a temperature issue, maybe graphics card, maybe connector.. who knows, but there's an opportunity for some investigative journalism here :-)
Thanks.
Michael

Tune-up Software

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:56:00 +0000

In a MacWorld or Mac|Life article I saw something about an app used to clean up and tune up OS X. It was pretty recent, but I can't seem to find it now. I have the free version of Cocktail, but I'd love to try some other options if anyone has recommendations. Thanks!

Convert PDFs to text service doesn’t work in 10.6.4

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 07:28:58 +0000

Please help. I tried creating the service as it said on this site, but it didn't work. I have tried every permutation of the settings I can think of, and it still doesn't work, starting with extract pdf text, and going on from there. I apologize if this has been addressed before, but the search of the forum didn't work. http://www.macworld.com/article/142601/2009/09/makeaservice.html

Troubles Creating Network Between IPhone and Computer

admin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 07:51:01 +0000

Hi Macworld!

I have been having difficulties lately getting my iPhone to communicate properly with my computer.

I need to set up a network between the two, so that I can use an application on my iPhone called TouchOSC to send data to my computer.

I need to establish a solid, working connection between these two, as I need these devices to work together for live performances.

I can't seem to get my iPhone to connect properly to the network though.

I've also tried to 'ping' my iPhone using Terminal, and it didn't respond.

I have a MacBook Pro, MAC OS X 10.5.8, 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, and a G3 iPhone. (If you need more details, please let me know)

If there's anyone out there who is able to give me some advice on this, I would sincerely appreciate.

Thanks for your time, and I look forward to hearing with you!

Cheers,

Sara

Travel Drivel – no nonsense talk

admin — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 22:30:49 +0000

Just thought i would share a MacWorld.se (Swedish MacWorld) app review that got 4/5 and MacWorld recommend as a "good buy"

Quote

"Travel Drivel is a combination of travel planning and diary, which uses the iPhone GPS and a streamlined interface to make it easy for friends to follow your rampage"
-MacWorld.se

Link:
http://translate.google.se/translate?js=y&prev=_t&hl=sv&ie=UTF-8&layout=1&eotf=1&u=http%3A%2F%2Fmacworld.idg.se%2F2.1038%2F1.323944%2Ftravel-drivel---inget-struntsnack&sl=sv&tl=en

I used Google Translate so, the language might de som fishy.

project management software reviews – where?

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:59:12 +0000

I am a subscriber to the digital version of Macworld, but can't see where to look in the magazine or online for the latest - which might be ancient by now - reviews on Mac project management software. I know a few of the names but would like to see a credible critique by someone like Macworld. I'm sure it's there somewhere.....and hoping someone will tell me where to go (sic).... to get help that is!

[Ask] Best Anti Virus for Macbook i7 Snow Leopard

admin — Thu, 13 May 2010 11:22:47 +0000

Guys, Im new here, Im new in this Macworld forum.. This is my first macbook.. And I afraid if A virus got in to my Macbook..
So Can anyone suggest me best Anti virus for my Macbook..? Snow Leopard i7..
I want an anti virus that doesn't make my macbook performance slower..
And of course fast scanning etc. Easy to use. Cleaning virus like a BOMB.

Thanks
Any Answer Will be appreciated..

iPhone Superguide 4.0

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 22:14:41 +0000

When does MacWorld anticipate the next edition of the iPhone Superguide covering OS 4.0?

Exporting excel to pages

admin — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:31:06 +0000

Hi everybody.

O.k. I'm new to Macworld, so I apologize if this is in the wrong section of the forum.
I have an I hope simple question.
There is an Excel sheet with loads of adresses. I want to export this to Pages so I can use the adress list for a mailing.
Of course, I can manually but keep in mind, it is a list of almost 2,000 adresses.
Is there a way to make my Apple do this by itself?
Hope you can help! I would appreciate it.

Christiaan