July 2007


Published at Peachpit Press – 7/27/2007

As computers store more and more of our personal information, it becomes more critical than ever to know how to keep that information secure. File encryption and security might sound complicated to the average user. Thankfully, Apple provides Mac users with plenty of powerful and easy-to-use security tools for free as part of Mac OS X.

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Published at Computerworld – 7/26/2007

Whether you’re using a Macintosh or a Windows computer, Microsoft Office is a staple throughout the world, which doesn’t mean everybody uses it, but it does mean that almost everybody has to find something that works with it. Join me and fellow writer David Haskin as we explore the alternative options for both Mac and Windows users.

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Published at Peachpit Press – 7/20/2007

Many of Google’s tools offer free alternatives to traditional applications such as Mac OS X’s Mail, Microsoft Office, and Spotlight. As Google continues to release more and more Web-based apps, is it time to make the switch? Join me as I compare Google’s online tools to their traditional Mac counterparts and find out.

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Published at Peachpit Press – 7/6/2007

It’s been a year and a half since Apple updated its iLife software. Even though iLife ‘07 isn’t on the horizon, there are plenty of ways to upgrade and enhance all the iLife apps to make everything from photo management to movie making easier and more impressive. Here are my top 10 picks for the best ways to make iLife ‘06 seem new and improved.

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