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Handout from last night's meeting: "How to send large files via email"

2012-01-20T09:44:00.001-05:00

Apple offers a trio of education announcements

2012-01-19T15:18:00.001-05:00

From: Macworld | News Alert Apple announced a pair of education initiatives Thursday that the company hopes will take its iPad to the head of the class. Speaking at a press event at New York's Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Apple executives showed off a new version of the iBooks e-reader app optimized for electronic textbooks as well as a Mac program that can build those

Apple offers a trio of education announcements

2012-01-19T14:38:00.001-05:00

From: Macworld | News Alert Macworld News Alert Apple announced a pair of education initiatives Thursday that the company hopes will take its iPad to the head of the class. Speaking at a press event at New York's Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Apple executives showed off a new version of the iBooks e-reader app optimized for electronic textbooks as

MacSTAC January Meeting - TONIGHT, Thurs, Jan 19th

2012-01-19T12:51:00.001-05:00

Our meeting tonight is on. Weather looks ok through midnight and by that time, our meeting should be over!!!!!This Afternoon...Mostly cloudy with scattered flurries. Highs in the mid 20s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.Tonight...Mostly cloudy. Numerous snow showers...mainly after midnight. Total snow accumulation around an inch. Lows near 15. South winds 5 to 10 mph...

E-Maculation

2012-01-16T17:32:00.001-05:00

E-Maculation E-Maculation is a web site dedicated to Macintosh Emulation. That is the ability to run classic Mac OS on current machines. This site was last updated last November. It hosts several emulators and instructions on how to set them up.These include SheepShaver for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. It will allow the emulation of a PowerPC machine running classic OS up through

MacSTAC January Meeting - Thurs, Jan 19th (NEXT WEEK)

2012-01-14T20:15:00.001-05:00

Our January meeting will be at the Vestal Library starting at 6:30 PM.Our presentations will be varied and are still in discussions, but come and learn how to send large photos by email, and some other enticing stories, including your Questions and our Answers by our distinguished board of non-experts.Of course there will be eats and drinks too, and popcorn if I don't forget to make it!Because of

Fwd: blog

2012-01-14T12:39:00.000-05:00

For Sale: Mac Mini PowerPC G4, purchased Feb. 2006. It runs at 1.33 GHz, has a 120MB hard drive and 1GB of memory installed by Wayne three years ago. Everything works fine. I erased the HD and reinstalled OSX and iLife '08, including updates to 10.4.11 for the OS. The OS and iLife disks and manual are included. I will also include the Apple keyboard, which works like new, if you wish.

REMINDER: Tomorrow night is the MacSTAC Holiday Party

2011-12-14T11:48:00.001-05:00

6:30 pm at the Vestal Library. Bring a dish to pass and a presents ($5 or under) for each person in your party.Ben Margoliusbenmargolius@me.com

MacSTAC November Meeting This Thursday @The Vestal Library, 6:30 PM

2011-11-15T10:39:00.000-05:00

Yes, that's correct - Vestal Library on the 17th.Ben Margoliusbenmargolius@me.com

Results of last night's MacSTAC meeting

2011-10-21T11:00:00.001-04:00

Thanks to all who attended last night's meeting at Denny's. We had a record 32 people there. Some asked for a copy of my presentation and the web links. Here it is:MacSTAC MONTHLY MEETINGOCTOBER 20, 2011STEVE JOBSHere's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no

October 20th MacSTAC Meeting - READ BELOW........................

2011-10-14T00:20:00.001-04:00

Notwithstanding the recent Google alert message saying that the October meeting will be at the library, please read below:As you know, we cancelled our September meeting due to the flood. Unfortunately, FEMA has taken over the Vestal Library meetings rooms, so we cannot meet there on Thursday, Oct. 20th.But, not to worry. It turns our that Denny's Restaurant on the corner of Vestal Parkway and

MacSTAC Sad News, and Happy News About our Thursday, October 20th Meeting

2011-10-05T21:30:00.000-04:00

First the sad news:If you would like to share your thoughts, memories, and condolences, please email rememberingsteve@apple.comVisionary Apple co-founder Steve Jobs dies at 56 on Wednesday, October 4thSuccessor Tim Cook: 'The world has lost an amazing human being'CUPERTINO, California — Steve Jobs, the Apple founder and former CEO who invented and masterfully marketed ever-sleeker gadgets that

MacSTAC September Meeting this Thursday is CANCELLED

2011-09-12T11:10:00.001-04:00

Sorry to report, but due to the flooding and my lack of electricity, we are canceling the member meeting this month. The next meeting is scheduled for October 20th. See you there.Ben Margoliusbenmargolius@me.com

InkLing by Wacom

2011-08-30T15:33:00.000-04:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXbBA1DRE84Waccamaw Mac Club

Irene

2011-08-30T12:09:00.001-04:00

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/44271560/from/ET/?beginSlide=1

MacSTAC Picnic Reminder

2011-08-14T20:51:00.001-04:00

The picnic is THIS THURSDAY, Aug 18th, 630 PM @ the Vestal Library. Bring a dish to pass.Ben Margoliusbenmargolius@me.com

Another heads up on the MacSTAC August Picnic

2011-07-23T10:17:00.000-04:00

Our annual picnic will take place INDOORS at the Vestal Library on August 18th, starting at 6:30 PM. We will eat around 7:00 PM.We always have a great time and the food is always plentiful. Please consider coming and if you do, bring a dish to pass WITH SERVING UTENSIL. As usual, MacSTAC will provide plates, utensils, cups, drinks, ice, and pizza.IF you are coming, please email me back so we know

July MacStac Meeting, THIS THURSDAY, Vestal Library 6:30 PM

2011-07-19T11:00:00.000-04:00

The July MacStac Meeting is THIS THURSDAY, Vestal Library, 6:30 PM.Topics include:Questions and Answers (our board of experts stand ready to provide answers))Security considerations in using your MacCrossover Windows emulatorPlus soft drinks, cookies, and popcornHope you can make it. Ben

Dramatic New Video of Japan Tsunami [VIRAL VIDEO] - Yahoo! News

2011-07-04T19:13:00.001-04:00

http://sg.news.yahoo.com/dramatic-video-japan-tsunami-viral-video-20110417-074110-955.html

July MacSTAC Meeting and sale listing for an APPLE CINEMA Display HD

2011-07-02T20:09:00.001-04:00

For those of you who were at the June meeting, this month IS NOT the annual picnic. That will occur in August. Our July meeting on July 21st will cover computer security and a number of other topics. Please put this on your calendar.On another note, one of our members has this Cinema display for sale on Craigslist. If you are interested, please let me know.BenAPPLE CINEMA Display HD A1082 23" LCD

107 Best Websites On The Web

2011-07-01T12:58:00.000-04:00

http://www.makeuseof.com/pages/best-websitesSent from my iPhone

Checking Apps for Lion Compatibility

2011-06-27T23:46:00.001-04:00

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Essential Mail shortcuts Boost your e-mail efficiency by using this Apple program’s often-overlooked features

2010-08-09T08:44:00.001-04:00

by Joe Kissell, Macworld.comTucked away in Apple's Mail are a number of useful capabilities that aren't entirely obvious. By taking advantage of these oft-overlooked features, you can save time and effort, and improve the chances that you and your correspondents will connect in a timely way.

Select which apps to see in Exposé

2010-08-09T08:40:00.001-04:00

by Whitson Gordon, Macworld.comInvoking Exposé from the Dock, to view a single application's windows, is handy. But what if you want to view the windows of more than one application, without viewing them all? MacOSXHints.com reader kapeli explains how: You probably know about Exposé's application mode. What's interesting is that, while you're in it, you can Command-click on other

Microsoft sets pricing, October release for Office 2011

2010-08-09T08:36:00.000-04:00

by Philip Michaels, Macworld.com When it arrives on retail shelves later this year, the next version of Microsoft Office for the Mac will cost between 20 percent to 50 percent less than

MacSTAC Annual Indoor Picnic - Thursday, August 19th

2010-08-05T13:27:00.000-04:00

Join us for our annual picnic at the Vestal Library. Assemble at 6:30, eat around 7:00. Bring your family and friends and a dish to pass (plus serving utensil). MacSTAC will provide everything else.R.S.V.P. with how many will be coming so we can be sure to set up enough tables/chairs and so we can have enough plates/cups/utensils/etc.Ben

MacSTAC Member Meeting - tomorrow, Thursday, July 15th

2010-07-14T15:44:00.000-04:00

Reminder of tomorrow's meeting starting at 5:30 PM, Vestal Library for the expanded green apples. Bring your questions and problems for ondite resolution!Hope you can make.Ben

iPad Walls

2010-07-12T13:01:00.001-04:00

Want a distinctive wallpaper for your iPad? Here is a website that does indeed provides many options.http://www.ugnn.com/2010/07/ipad-walls/

Direct WiFi printing

2010-07-12T13:00:00.002-04:00

One of the big complaints of using 'mobile' devices is thelack of ability to print. PrintCentral boasts major enhancementsto take advantage of 3G iPads or iPhones to enable anyone toprint remotely back to their office or home printerfrom anywhere via 3G/EDGE.http://www.ugnn.com/2010/07/direct-wifi-printing/

AppDelete 3.1.2

2010-07-12T13:00:00.001-04:00

The Mac has long been thought of as not needing a programto uninstall. Well, the longer we have Mac OS X, the more itbecomes clear that more and more artifacts are left behindwhen we just drag an application to the trash. Last week,Reggie Ashworth announced AppDelete 3.1.2.With a simple Drag & Drop, AppDelete will uninstall anythingalong with all of the associated items. Mac users will nolonger

iPhoneSender

2010-07-12T12:59:00.001-04:00

Here is an add-in for Firefox and Safari.It seeds Google Map urls to the iPhone via an email.http://www.ugnn.com/2010/07/iphonesender/

iWork Pages Templates

2010-07-12T12:58:00.001-04:00

iPad Pages TemplatesHong Kong based FaCILISI has introduceda collection of iPad Pages Templates, an iPad compatible versionof their best-selling iWork Pages Templates, made for Apple'siWork Pages application for Mac.http://www.ugnn.com/2010/07/iwork-pages-templates/

Google Docs on iPad

2010-07-12T12:57:00.002-04:00

Accessing Google Docs on the iPadAccessing Google Docs onthe iPad just became much easier with the release of DocsPortalfrom Kabuki Vision. With its stunning interface, DocsPortalmakes it easy to browse, search, and view files stored in aGoogle Docs account. Files can additionally be e-mailed, imported,and exported from within the app.http://www.ugnn.com/2010/07/google-docs-on-ipad/

SQUAD releases an ultimate eBook reader for iPad

2010-07-12T12:57:00.001-04:00

Missing Manual SQUAD has announced the release and immediateavailability of QReader for iPad, which supports .txt .fb2 and .htmleBooks. Unlike other iPad reader applications, QReader lets youchange text format during reading an eBook without reopening it.Bookmarks and text search will help you to keep important informationat hand. With QReader you can easily download eBooks from FTP.Moreover,

Access Your Personalised Thunderbird Client On Any Computer WorldWide

2010-07-09T15:10:00.001-04:00

http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/access-your-personalised-thunderbird-client-on-any-computer-worldwide/

5 Free Alternatives to Photoshop You Should Try

2010-07-09T15:09:00.000-04:00

5 Free Alternatives to Photoshop You Should TryPhotoshop is king of the image editing software kingdom. Butlooking at the price tag of $699 for the full version, many started to wonder if there aren't free options around that could do the same things Photoshop does. The good news is that there are quite a few of them. Here are five of the very best.http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-

iLookGood for iPhone 4

2010-07-07T21:41:00.001-04:00

iLookGood, one of the first applications to take advantageof iPhone 4's front camera is now available for downloadfrom the App Store. iLookGood uses the new front cameraof iPhone 4 to become a true pocket mirror.Finally allowing iPhone users to be just a quick glance awayfrom seeing how good they look. In addition to supportingthe front camera, iLookGood is optimized for iPhone 4'sRetina display.

Complete List of iPad Tips, Tricks, and Tutorials

2010-07-07T21:40:00.000-04:00

HowToGeek writes: "The Apple iPad is the latest new toy, andwe've put together a comprehensive list of every tip, trick,and tutorial that we could find to help you get the most out of it."http://www.ugnn.com/2010/07/complete-list-of-ipad-tips-tricks-and-tutorials/

Stolen Mobile Devices Protected

2010-07-07T21:36:00.001-04:00

ActiveTrak Inc., has announced a 95 percent recovery ratefor laptops and smartphones running its GadgetTrak application.Compared to FBI crime statistics that reveal only 10 percentof all burglaries are actually solved, owners of a mobiledevice should be advised that using GadgetTrak dramaticallyincreases the chances of recovery should theirdevice be stolen or lost.http://www.ugnn.com/2010/07/

MacSTAC June Member Meeting This Thursday, 5:30 PM

2010-06-15T22:01:00.000-04:00

We will meet at 5:30 at the library for expanded Green Apples followed by the normal meeting at 6:30 with lots of exciting topics. Hope to see you there.Ben

Apple releases Safari 5, world’s fastest web browser; supports over a dozen new HTML5 technologies

2010-06-08T12:46:00.001-04:00

Apple today released Safari 5, the latest version of the world's fastest and most innovative web browser, featuring the new Safari Reader for reading articles on the web without distraction, a 30 percent performance increase over Safari 4, and the ability to choose Google, Yahoo! or Bing as the searchservice powering Safari's search field. Available for both Mac and Windows, Safari 5 includes

Beware Tabnabbing, a New Type of Phishing Attack

2010-06-08T12:37:00.000-04:00

This taken from the most recent Tidbitsby Adam C. Engst 11 comments I can never decide whether I'm happy when a good guy discovers and publicizes a new way of potentially exploiting Internet users. After all, it's better that we learn about the problem before it appears in the wild, but there's always a worry that the bad guys wouldn't have figured it out on their own without