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How to Permanently Disable Notification Center in OS X Mountain Lion

Posted on 18/01/2013 by J. Glenn Künzler

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Mountain Lion’s Notification Center is a great feature for many users – but not everyone feels the same way! Some users find the feature annoying, and just want it to die. Fortunately, MacObserver notes there’s a simply way to make that happen by using a quick Terminal command.

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Microsoft’s Surface Hacked to Run Mac OS

Posted on 17/01/2013 by Henry Taylor-Gill

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The Surface does cost an absolute bomb, especially the Windows RT version. However, if you do happen to own one with the latter, the folks at XDA Developers forums have figured a way to jailbreak it and run an early version of OS, freeing you from the clutches of Windows 8.

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How to Disable Java Across Your Entire Mac

Posted on 17/01/2013 by J. Glenn Künzler

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Even though Sun has released an update to address the recent Java security issue, the Department of Homeland Security and many cyber security experts still advise users that they’re safer and better off without it. Here’s how to disable Java on your Mac.

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Apple Seeds 7th OS X 10.8.3 Beta to Developers

Posted on 16/01/2013 by J. Glenn Künzler

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Continuing into what is likely their final testing of the update, Apple seeded a 7th beta build (12D54) of OS X 10.8.3 to developers today, just over a week after releasing the previous build. As with previous betas, the update lists no known issues.

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How to Use a PlayStation 3 Controller to Play Games On Your Mac

Posted on 16/01/2013 by J. Glenn Künzler

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Gaming on the Mac can be a rewarding experience, but there aren’t a great deal of Mac game controllers available (especially that you know you can rely on). Plus, if you’re already used to a Playstation 3 controller, using something…

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How to Create and Use Multiple iTunes Libraries on a Single Mac Login

Posted on 12/01/2013 by J. Glenn Künzler

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Sharing a Mac with others can be a headache, especially when it comes to things like separating each user’s content. Using multiple logins is one way to handle that – but it’s not always the ideal solution. Fortunately, there’s another way: You can create and switch between different iTunes libraries on a single Mac login! Here’s how it’s done!

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Apple Seeds New OS X 10.8.3 Beta (Build 12D50) to Developers

Posted on 12/01/2013 by J. Glenn Künzler

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Around three weeks after releasing OS X 10.8.3 build 12D44 to developers, Apple has just released another beta seed, once again listing no known issues. The update is thought to be near completion, and is expected to be released in the very near future.

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Apple Blocks Java from Running on Macs Due to Major Security Concerns

Posted on 12/01/2013 by J. Glenn Künzler

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If you frequently use Java-based apps or websites on your Mac or PC, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has a bit of concerning news. A major security flaw within Java 7 has caused the department to warn users to disable or uninstall Java on their computers until a workaround is released.

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Apple Releases Macbook Air EFI Update

Posted on 09/01/2013 by Henry Taylor-Gill

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Apple has released a pretty important EFI firmware update for mid 2012 Macbook Airs. It fixes a color issue with external HDMI displays, and also solves problems relating to Windows (surprise, suprise) and Thunderbolt.

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Happy 12th Birthday, iTunes!

Posted on 09/01/2013 by Henry Taylor-Gill

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iTunes has changed the music industry, so it’s only right that we celebrate its 12th birthday today. That’s right, the first version of iTunes was released on the 9th of January 2001, ahead of the iPod’s launch later that year.

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