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Is there a quick way to find out what playlists I've put a song into?

Posted 10/04/2007 at 11:43am | by Brad Miser

 Keep tabs on where you've placed a particular song.

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How to Set Up a Mac-based Recording Studio*

Posted 10/02/2007 at 1:08pm | by Rich Tozzoli

*without spending more than a grand

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Can I type with European language characters and disable predictive text on my iPhone?

Posted 10/02/2007 at 12:24pm | by The Mac|Life Staff

I mean “quel dommage,” not “quell the damage.”

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iPhoto Sharing Is Caring

Posted 10/01/2007 at 10:14am | by Mac|Life Staff

 How to open ports to share your iPhoto photos on your home network.

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How can I weed out the Photoshop plug-ins and such from my Control-click contextual menus?

Posted 09/28/2007 at 11:09am | by The Mac|Life Staff

Sometimes you need Open With, but usually it’s quicker to simply double-click or select Open. Right? 

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If (OK, when) I get that sexy new iMac, will I be able to mount it on one of those slick VESA arm things?

Posted 09/27/2007 at 10:44am | by The Mac|Life Staff

Armed and not-so-dangerous.

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How can I set up a static IP address?

Posted 09/26/2007 at 10:19am | by The Mac|Life Staff

Now your Mac will always use the same IP address.

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What's the difference between all the different audio file formats?

Posted 08/14/2007 at 10:49am | by Elliott Smith

Believe it or not, the world of audio actually extends beyond iTunes and the iPod. When you’re facing well over a hundred audio-file formats (if you don’t believe us, see www.sonicspot.com/guide/fileformatlist.html and be amazed), understanding the world of digital audio may seem more than a tad overwhelming. Here’s a first step in comprehending the clouded mysteries of the digital-audio world.

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40 Ways Your Mac Can Improve Your Life

Posted 07/01/2007 at 5:51pm | by John Brandon

Each day has 24 hours. This article has 40 ways to make each of those hours more pleasant and productive.It's time to let your Mac into your life. We mean really let it in. After all, juggling email, working with digital photos, and managing your media are just a fraction of what your Mac can do for you.Think we're exaggerating? We were afraid you might be skeptical. So we collected 40 things you can do today to integrate your Mac (and your iPod) more fully into your everyday routines.

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What's the best strategy to use in Black and White 2?

Posted 05/01/2006 at 12:00am | by Matt Osborn

"Give me the Man in the Yellow Hat! Now!" Feral Interactive (www.feralinteractive.com) plans to bring Black and White 2 to the Mac this spring - but we've got tips today! In this god-game sequel, common sense is your best weapon, no matter whom you align with. Taking the good path? Care for your pet and your people. On the highway to hell? Have your pet unload its bowels on the populace. Whatever road you choose, these tips will help. 

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