http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/ Help Buying and Getting Started with Your New Mac en chris@myfirstmac.com Copyright 2008 2008-08-15T05:27:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/why-im-leaving-mobileme-hint-its-not-the-botched-launch/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/why-im-leaving-mobileme-hint-its-not-the-botched-launch/#When:05:27:00Z ]]>I don't care that Apple blew the MobileMe launch. I'm breaking up with MobileMe for other reasons. And it's not me, it's you, Apple. Home, News & Commentary 2008-08-15T05:27:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/imac-airport-strength-cellphone-syncing-and-using-mail-for-gmail/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/imac-airport-strength-cellphone-syncing-and-using-mail-for-gmail/#When:03:41:01Z ]]>This week we have questions about getting the best Airport signal from your iMac, using iSync to sync your cellphone with your Mac and accessing Gmail through Mail. My First Mac Q&A 2008-08-08T03:41:01-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/save-and-share-important-web-pages-with-your-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/save-and-share-important-web-pages-with-your-mac/#When:17:44:00Z ]]>Surfing the web can be like panning for gold. Know how to save and sharev the nuggets you find. Getting Started 2008-08-01T17:44:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/print-screen-non-apple-displays-and-stopping-apps-from-automatically-openin/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/print-screen-non-apple-displays-and-stopping-apps-from-automatically-openin/#When:22:16:00Z ]]>This week we have questions about the Mac version of Print Screen, using a non-Apple display and stopping apps from opening at login. My First Mac Q&A 2008-07-30T22:16:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/do-i-need-virus-protection-for-my-new-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/do-i-need-virus-protection-for-my-new-mac/#When:04:05:00Z ]]>If you own a PC, you better get all the latest anti-virus software up and running before even connecting to the internet. What about Macs? Getting Started, Switching from Windows 2008-07-25T04:05:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/resetting-your-admin-password-cleaning-your-new-mac-and-viewing-vcd-files/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/resetting-your-admin-password-cleaning-your-new-mac-and-viewing-vcd-files/#When:20:31:00Z ]]>What to do when you've lost your Admin password, how to keep your Mac clean and playing VCD files. My First Mac Q&A 2008-07-17T20:31:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/need-speed-how-fast-of-a-mac-is-fast-enough/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/need-speed-how-fast-of-a-mac-is-fast-enough/#When:04:24:01Z ]]>Everyone wants a fast computer, but how do you know when you are wasting your money? We tell you what to look for and where to find it. Before You Buy 2008-07-11T04:24:01-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-store-my-itunes-library-on-an-external-hard-drive/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-store-my-itunes-library-on-an-external-hard-drive/#When:22:52:00Z ]]>Sick of your Mac telling you you are out of hard drive space? If you have an extra hard drive, start by moving your iTunes library on to it. How do I...?, Mastering the Mac 2008-06-26T22:52:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/out-of-space-store-your-photo-libraries-on-an-external-hard-drive/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/out-of-space-store-your-photo-libraries-on-an-external-hard-drive/#When:00:19:00Z ]]>Find out how to clear out extra room on your hard drive by moving your photos to an external drive. How do I...?, Mastering the Mac 2008-06-20T00:19:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/195-free-mac-video-tutorials-the-master-list-for-new-mac-users/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/195-free-mac-video-tutorials-the-master-list-for-new-mac-users/#When:16:19:00Z ]]>Do you prefer to watch more than reading? Pull up the recliner and check out our list of free Mac video tutorials. Getting Help 2008-06-13T16:19:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/195-free-mac-video-tutorials-the-master-list-for-new-mac-users-part-2/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/195-free-mac-video-tutorials-the-master-list-for-new-mac-users-part-2/#When:16:03:00Z ]]>Part 2 continues the master list with free video tutorials and tips for the iLife apps. Getting Help 2008-06-13T16:03:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/hey-what-about-the-mac-at-wwdc-08/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/hey-what-about-the-mac-at-wwdc-08/#When:05:31:01Z ]]>The keynote kind of ripped off the Mac fans as far as stage time went. What should we be expecting from the little bit we got? Home, News & Commentary 2008-06-10T05:31:01-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/where-is-the-best-place-to-buy-software-for-my-new-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/where-is-the-best-place-to-buy-software-for-my-new-mac/#When:18:53:00Z ]]>There are lots of places to choose from, but where can you get software cheapest, fastest and with the least hassle? Before You Buy 2008-06-06T18:53:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-make-start-menu-like-i-had-in-windows/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-make-start-menu-like-i-had-in-windows/#When:23:16:01Z ]]>It's sad, but for some switchers, when you take away the Start menu, they just stop in their tracks. Let's start you up again. How do I...?, Switching from Windows 2008-05-30T23:16:01-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/pssst-want-to-buy-leopard-or-ilife-for-30/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/pssst-want-to-buy-leopard-or-ilife-for-30/#When:01:38:00Z ]]>$30 for these make buying them seem a no-brainer. So how do you get such a good deal these days? News & Commentary 2008-05-22T01:38:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/most-people-who-buy-their-own-premium-computer-buy-a-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/most-people-who-buy-their-own-premium-computer-buy-a-mac/#When:20:52:00Z ]]>Has Apple captured the high ground in personal computers? According to the latest data, it looks that way. News & Commentary 2008-05-19T20:52:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/what-are-my-choices-in-using-a-mouse-with-my-new-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/what-are-my-choices-in-using-a-mouse-with-my-new-mac/#When:04:16:00Z ]]>In other words, do I have to use this Apple Mighty Mouse I hate? I kinda liked my old one. Well, you're in luck. Read on… Before You Buy 2008-05-16T04:16:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/what-keys-give-me-what-symbols-on-the-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/what-keys-give-me-what-symbols-on-the-mac/#When:17:59:00Z ]]>I can never find them when I need them. You know, the arrows, boxes, symbols and accents. It's not as easy as it should be. Getting Started 2008-05-09T17:59:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/crossing-over-to-play-windows-games-on-your-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/crossing-over-to-play-windows-games-on-your-mac/#When:18:31:00Z ]]>The Mac cannot compete with Windows in the gaming arena, but here's one (cheap) way to reclaim some of that ground. Half-Life 2 anyone? Home, Getting Started 2008-05-01T18:31:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/quick-tip-share-another-macs-internet-connection/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/quick-tip-share-another-macs-internet-connection/#When:03:25:00Z ]]>Does your Airport reception suck or is it broken? Did you know you can borrow someone else's? It's a great tip to use when in a pinch. Mastering the Mac 2008-04-24T03:25:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-use-rss-and-what-does-that-mean-anyway/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-use-rss-and-what-does-that-mean-anyway/#When:06:11:00Z ]]>Seen "RSS" mentioned everywhere and still don't know what it is? You're not alone. Find out what RSS is and how to use it. Mastering the Mac 2008-04-17T06:11:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/live-as-a-mac-user-in-a-windows-world/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/live-as-a-mac-user-in-a-windows-world/#When:03:44:00Z ]]>Like it or not, it's still a Windows world out there. What can you do when you have to work with Windows users? Here are some tips on how to get along. Mastering the Mac, Switching from Windows 2008-04-10T03:44:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/finding-your-iphoto-files-moving-protected-wma-files-into-itunes/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/finding-your-iphoto-files-moving-protected-wma-files-into-itunes/#When:04:52:00Z ]]>This week we have questions about transferring protected WMA files, finding iPhoto files and using Favorites on the Mac. My First Mac Q&A 2008-04-03T04:52:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-copy-my-dvds-to-my-mac-and-iphone-or-ipod/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/how-do-i-copy-my-dvds-to-my-mac-and-iphone-or-ipod/#When:19:06:00Z ]]>Can't I just watch my DVDs on my Mac without carrying all my discs around with me? You can with Handbrake or by buying some newer DVDs that include an iTunes copy. How do I...? 2008-03-26T19:06:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/the-simple-guide-to-buying-a-digital-camera-for-your-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/the-simple-guide-to-buying-a-digital-camera-for-your-mac/#When:22:41:00Z ]]>There are hundreds of digital cameras to choose from, so how do you decide? Anthony takes you through the major selling points, letting you know what to pay attention to. Before You Buy 2008-03-19T22:41:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/one-page-crash-course-in-switching-to-the-mac/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/one-page-crash-course-in-switching-to-the-mac/#When:19:42:00Z ]]>Some careful people prepare for years to switch to the Mac. What if you can't? Here's a guide to getting productive right away without any Mac know-how. Switching from Windows 2008-03-12T19:42:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/sharing-photos-on-the-web/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/sharing-photos-on-the-web/#When:22:22:00Z ]]>Emailing your digital photos can be a drag for both you and your viewers. It's time to share your photos on the web, creating a great experience for everyone. How do I...? 2008-03-03T22:22:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/ultimate-switcher-guide-windows-pc-to-mac-keyboard-shortcuts/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/ultimate-switcher-guide-windows-pc-to-mac-keyboard-shortcuts/#When:05:13:00Z ]]>Probably the hardest part of switching for veteran PC users is learning the Mac shortcuts for things you already know. MFM has your solution right here. Switching from Windows 2008-02-28T05:13:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/big-apple-news-day-a-brief-my-first-mac-analysis/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/big-apple-news-day-a-brief-my-first-mac-analysis/#When:18:13:00Z ]]>Lots of Apple news on Tuesday, including a nice surprise and a notable missing item to talk about. Home, News & Commentary 2008-02-26T18:13:00-08:00 http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/an-introduction-to-bento-the-missing-database-app-iwork-should-have/ http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/an-introduction-to-bento-the-missing-database-app-iwork-should-have/#When:19:05:00Z ]]>Have you been wondering where the Mac version of Access has been? Look no further as Bento starts out as the iTunes of database programs. Mastering the Mac 2008-02-20T19:05:00-08:00