Mac 101: Four simple ways to make your Mac more efficient – The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)
1. Easy access from the dock
I always drag my hard drive and Applications folder into the dock. No need to minimize windows, invoke Expose or, worst of all, shuffle windows around manually to reach the folder or file you [...]
Four ways to make Mac simpler
August 26th, 2008 · No Comments · Geek
Tags: Command Option·Desktop Folder·Easy Access·Functionality·Hard Drive·Hierarchical Menu·iChat·Invitation·Keyboard Mouse·Keyboard Shortcuts·Launch·Menu Bar·Mouse Jockeys·Party Applications·Select Show·Shuffle·Time Machine·Web Browsers
Battery Calibration
July 31st, 2008 · No Comments · Geek
Apple has really made this way too hard, but if you want to get the most out of your battery, it is going to take all day. Basically, you have to run the thing into the ground and then recharge it every few months according to http://www.tuaw.com/2008/07/30/battery-calibration-recommended-by-apple-why-no-utility/ explains what to do from Apple. I actually [...]
Tags: Computer Battery·Computer Power·Dialog·Light Ring·Low Battery·Maximum Charge·Menu Bar·Power Adapter·Powerbook Battery·Sleep·Support Apple