Published at Computerworld – 12/17/2008
For Apple fans and longtime Mac users, MacWorld Expo is more than a trade show. It is a chance to see the latest from every Mac/iPod/iPhone vendor, watch Steve Jobs unveil great new products, and meet other passionate Mac users. So, what will happen next year when Apple pulls out of the show altogether? I can’t say for sure, but here are my thoughts based on more than a decade of Apple-watching and MacWorld attendance.
Published at Computerworld – 12/12/2008
The iPhone may be on the way to becoming the most popular smartphone in the world, but there are still some serious improvements that Apple needs to make in order to truly make the device into the “it” mobile platform for business. Find out the top improvements needed from both an IT perspective as well as the perspective of the average business user.
Published at Computerworld – 12/10/2008
Apple’s upcoming Mac OS X Snow Leopard may not have 300+ new features like Leopard, but it does promise to shrink the hard drive space used by Mac OS X and deliver new innovations for performance. However, there are plenty of ways to speed up your Mac and recover hard drive space right now – and here’s my picks for the top ten ways to do both
Published at Datamation – 12/9/2008
Apple introduced 300+ documented new features in Mac OS X Leopard, but the OS also offers a range of hidden features that typically require in-depth exploration of configuration files and Terminal command to uncover. For anyone wanting access to these hidden features and configuration options without the work of poking around Mac OS X, read this article to find out about a handful of tools provide easy access to hundreds of additional ways to customize and get more out of Leopard.
Published at Computerworld – 12/2/2008
Almost every Mac user is familiar with Safari and Firefox, as are most Windows users, who are almost certainly familiar with Internet Explorer (and we all at least know about Google’s Chrome, even if we haven’t tried it much yet). But there are several other browsers on the market, each of them with their own pro, cons, and unique features. In this article, I join two fellow Computerworld writers in examining six alternative to the traditional web browser options.
Published at Computerworld – 11/21/2008
Contrary to typical assumption, it is possible to have direct push email services for iPhone users within your business without deploying Microsoft’s Exchange Server (and without relying on consumer-oriented solutions like Mobile Me and Yahoo Mail). This guide examines alternate mail/groupware servers and solutions that can provide the same direct push but with far less cost and headache.
Published at Datamation – 11/19/2008
Thinking about buying a new or used Mac for a loved one (or for yourself) this holiday season? Get the skinny on Apple’s entire Mac lineup including which types of machines are best for which computing tasks in this guide.
Published at Computerworld – 10/31/2008
Getting the most out of a mobile business device can mean more than just getting your email, contacts, and calendar on it. Having custom solutions that allow users to interact with your in-house systems can turn a iPhone or other mobile device can open up a new world of productivity, but accomplishing that may be easier said than done. Find out the challenges, opportunities, and processes for developing in-house iPhone applications in this final installment of the my three part series on integrating the iPhone in business environments.
Published at Datamation – 10/30/2008
The old adage of “the right tool for the job” applies as much to troubleshooting and maintaining a Mac as it does to changing a car’s tires or fixing leaky faucet. With hundreds of varied Mac utilities, it can be overwhelming to find the right tools. To cut through the confusion, here’s a run down of the top Mac utilities including which ones are the right tools for which jobs.
Published at Computerworld – 10/14/2008
Just like the most well-made car, Mac OS X Leopard requires the occasional maintenance to keep it running smoothly. In this article, find out the top ten maintenance tasks that can help keep your Mac problem-free and also help troubleshoot or reduce the impact of serious problems if they do occur.
Published at Computerworld – 9/17/2008
One of the most intriguing aspects of the iPhone 3G is its ability to connect and sync with Microsoft Exchange servers but getting the iPhone and Exchange to work smoothly isn’t always easy (particularly if you’re new to managing Exchange). Find out how to manage the iPhone via Exchange and how to ensure you’ve got an Exchange environment that’s configured for a smooth iPhone integration process.
Published at Computerworld – 9/10/2008
Recent versions of Mac OS X have made great strides to providing interoperability with Windows, both in terms of the ability to run Windows applications on Intel Macs and being able to share files and printers over a network. But even with these advances, achieving cross-platform harmony can require some effort and some tweaking. In this article, you’ll find a range of tips to help you find that Mac/Windows happiness.
Published at InformIT – 9/1/2008
There’s no doubt that the iPhone is a feature-laden smartphone that is changing the mobile industry across the world. As feature-laden as it may be, there are still some major gaps in Apple’s smartphone when compared to some of its competitors. Find out about the ten biggest missing features and why you should care about them.
Published at InformIT – 8/11/2008
Apple’s server platform is often overshadowed by the company’s consumer products and just as often inaccurate assumptions are made about what Mac OS X Server offers. This article sets the record straight about the top ten myths and misconceptions of users and IT professionals about Mac OS X Server.
Published at Computerworld – 8/5/2008
Work faster by working smarter in Leopard. Whether you’re a new Mac user or a long time Apple fan, this list includes more than twenty tips that will help boost your productivity when working with Apple’s next-generation operating system.
