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Use a Surge Protector - ... to be flowing correctly, imperceptible fluctuations in the current can cause computer components to deteriorate more quickly than normal.
So p...
Use MAX OS X Software Update to Install Apple Software Updates - ...ollow these steps:
1. Choose Software Update from the Apple menu. Software Update checks for updates and displays a list of any it finds...
Why Do Disk Errors Occur - ...rors Occur?
In addition to Disk Utility, numerous third-party utilities check for, and attempt to repair, a wide range of disk errors. I'v...
Make Archival Backups to DVD - ...t filesgoing back several months or moreon each of two or more hard drives. You also have one or more complete, bootable copies of your main hard di...
When Apple Releases a New Version of Mac OS X - ...on, that your hard disk consists of exactly ten blocks, and that initially, your disk contains five small files (A, B, C, D, and E), each of which t...
Decide on a Backup Strategy on MAC OS - ...problems, so back it up and repair (or replace) it now!"
What does it work with? As of mid 2006, Disk Utility's S.M.A.R.T. indicator works wit...
Backing Up a Small Network with MAC OS X - ...kup are added to the archive. Thus, differential backups take longer to run than incremental backups.
This distinction is important when backi...
Video and audio backup strategy - ... iTMS files are especially valuable, you should take extra steps to protect them:
Always include iTMS tracks in your archive backup...
Windows Files Backup Strategy - ...you should back up your Windows files too. When you do, keep the following tips in mind:
The Windows partition Boot Camp creates is...
USB 2.0 Drives, Intel Macs, and Bootability - ...br>
However, be aware of two important points regarding Intel Macs:
Despite Apple's claims to the contrary, Intel Macs can boot ...
A Reminder about Redundancy - ... find that it's damaged, you'll be grateful that you had a spare copy.
Better yet, if possible, consider maintaining three sets of backups, one ...
Choose Your Backup Software - ...l," "archive," and "backup" differently, you may think you're getting certain capabilities when you buy a product that later turn out to be missing....
Rolling Your Own with Unix Utilities - ... ditto tool serves this purpose (see the Glossary for info on data and resource forks). Third-party tools, such as rsync, can do the same, and with...
Set Up Your Backup System. Partitioning without Reformatting - ...r terrible! In fact, it has some downright useful features and a comprehensible user interface. Most importantly, it now creates additive incrementa...
FileVault and Backups - ...cremental archives of your home folder, instead making a complete copy of the image each time it runs. This is because, from the point of view of th...
Restore Data from a Backup - ...If your startup disk (or another volume you've backed up) becomes unusable, you should not copy other files onto it while it's still in an unstable ...
Troubleshooting and backup resources - ...rive, you need more help than I can give you here. But allow me to suggest some places you might look for solutions.
Web sites:
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A Retrospect Primer - ... well awarebelieve meof Retrospect's shortcomings. I get email all the time from people who find it inscrutable. I've read many complaints about Ret...
Mac Computers slim sleek simple - ...ng their portability high and their attractiveness higher. There's no wonder why Macintosh has been the favorite of college students for many years. T...
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Mac Computers slim sleek simple (06/12/2009)
(...) Mac laptops are slim and sleek, definitely the most attractive looking and physically simple laptops on the market. The thirteen inch MacBook comes with two different processor configurations, either a 2.0 ghrtz or a 2. (...)
(...) Mac laptops are slim and sleek, definitely the most attractive looking and physically simple laptops on the market. The thirteen inch MacBook comes with two different processor configurations, either a 2.0 ghrtz or a 2. (...)
Install the Latest Version of Mac OS X (06/05/2007)
(...) Major updates (more properly known as upgrades) increment the digit after the first decimal point in the version number: 10.2, 10.3, and 10. (...)
(...) Major updates (more properly known as upgrades) increment the digit after the first decimal point in the version number: 10.2, 10.3, and 10. (...)
Clean Out Accumulated Cruft (06/05/2007)
(...) In particularwith only a few exceptions I'll mention shortlyyou should be circumspect about deleting things in /Library, and almost never delete anything in /System. And remember: this is something you do to reduce clutter, not a matter of life or death. So don't be too ruthless when it comes to deleting files. (...)
(...) In particularwith only a few exceptions I'll mention shortlyyou should be circumspect about deleting things in /Library, and almost never delete anything in /System. And remember: this is something you do to reduce clutter, not a matter of life or death. So don't be too ruthless when it comes to deleting files. (...)
Run Apple Hardware Test (06/05/2007)
(...) If you set everything up now, you'll breeze through those periodic tasks, almost without noticing them. Run Apple Hardware Test When you purchased your Macintosh, the box should have included a CD or DVD with an application called Apple Hardware Test. Depending on when you bought computer starts up," or words to that effect. (...)
(...) If you set everything up now, you'll breeze through those periodic tasks, almost without noticing them. Run Apple Hardware Test When you purchased your Macintosh, the box should have included a CD or DVD with an application called Apple Hardware Test. Depending on when you bought computer starts up," or words to that effect. (...)
Use a Surge Protector (06/05/2007)
(...) (Some UPS units include software to handle automated shutdowns.) In addition to protecting your computer from power outages, a UPS conditions the electricity flowing through it and absorbs surges. A Conversation about Surge Protectors and UPSes Do you really need a surge protector? Is a UPS worth the extra money? The experts weigh in: Sharon Zardetto Aker: In 20 years of having multiple Macs (there are a half dozen in use in the house right now), 10 years of which was in the country where power came and went with strong breezes, I've never had a surge problem affect any Mac, nor do I know of anyone who has ever had that problem, so I'm a little uncomfortable with this recommendation. (...)
(...) (Some UPS units include software to handle automated shutdowns.) In addition to protecting your computer from power outages, a UPS conditions the electricity flowing through it and absorbs surges. A Conversation about Surge Protectors and UPSes Do you really need a surge protector? Is a UPS worth the extra money? The experts weigh in: Sharon Zardetto Aker: In 20 years of having multiple Macs (there are a half dozen in use in the house right now), 10 years of which was in the country where power came and went with strong breezes, I've never had a surge problem affect any Mac, nor do I know of anyone who has ever had that problem, so I'm a little uncomfortable with this recommendation. (...)
Use MAX OS X Software Update to Install Apple Software Updates (06/05/2007)
(...) 3. Some items may not apply to you. For example, if you don't have an iPod, AirPort base station, or iSight camera, you can skip software updates for these items. (...)
(...) 3. Some items may not apply to you. For example, if you don't have an iPod, AirPort base station, or iSight camera, you can skip software updates for these items. (...)
Why Do Disk Errors Occur (06/05/2007)
(...) In other words, stuff happens. You can guard against some problems simply by being careful, but stuff will still happen. Clean Your ScreenYour computer's display attracts dust, and over time that can impair the screen's readability. (...)
(...) In other words, stuff happens. You can guard against some problems simply by being careful, but stuff will still happen. Clean Your ScreenYour computer's display attracts dust, and over time that can impair the screen's readability. (...)
Make Archival Backups to DVD (06/05/2007)
(...) By doing this, you hedge your bets against hard drive failure, free up valuable space for archives, and give yourself a safety net in case you want to prune files on your primary hard disk. Note I hasten to point out that DVDs don't last forever either, but if you store them carefully in a dark, cool, dry place, they should be readable for ten years. By the time you approach that point, if you still want to keep the data, you should migrate the contents of your discs onto new media. (...)
(...) By doing this, you hedge your bets against hard drive failure, free up valuable space for archives, and give yourself a safety net in case you want to prune files on your primary hard disk. Note I hasten to point out that DVDs don't last forever either, but if you store them carefully in a dark, cool, dry place, they should be readable for ten years. By the time you approach that point, if you still want to keep the data, you should migrate the contents of your discs onto new media. (...)
When Apple Releases a New Version of Mac OS X (06/05/2007)
(...) Finally, if you add file I and delete file F, your disk looks like this: AIC_E_GHHG. Are you with me so far? Now imagine this happening with hundreds of thousands of files of many different sizes. Some tiny files might occupy just one block, while some huge ones may occupy millions of blocks. (...)
(...) Finally, if you add file I and delete file F, your disk looks like this: AIC_E_GHHG. Are you with me so far? Now imagine this happening with hundreds of thousands of files of many different sizes. Some tiny files might occupy just one block, while some huge ones may occupy millions of blocks. (...)
Decide on a Backup Strategy on MAC OS (06/05/2007)
(...) R.T. is to detect the warning signs of potential problems before they occur. (...)
(...) R.T. is to detect the warning signs of potential problems before they occur. (...)
Backing Up a Small Network with MAC OS X (06/05/2007)
(...) One consideration in choosing a backup schedule is media management. For example, if you're backing up to a recordable DVD, you must be prepared to insert a blank disc whenever the schedule runs. Swapping media can be an intrusion into your normal routine (especially if that routine involves the frequent use of other discs in the drive you use for backups). (...)
(...) One consideration in choosing a backup schedule is media management. For example, if you're backing up to a recordable DVD, you must be prepared to insert a blank disc whenever the schedule runs. Swapping media can be an intrusion into your normal routine (especially if that routine involves the frequent use of other discs in the drive you use for backups). (...)
Video and audio backup strategy (06/05/2007)
(...) ) Open iTunes and choose Advanced > Deauthorize Computer. Choose Deauthorize Computer for Apple Account, and click OK. After restoring your backup, open iTunes and choose Advanced > Authorize Computer. (...)
(...) ) Open iTunes and choose Advanced > Deauthorize Computer. Choose Deauthorize Computer for Apple Account, and click OK. After restoring your backup, open iTunes and choose Advanced > Authorize Computer. (...)
Windows Files Backup Strategy (06/05/2007)
(...) If you reboot regularly in Mac OS X, you can let your Mac backup software handle your Windows files then. But if you do extensive work in Windows and don't switch back to Mac OS X for days at a time, consider installing Windows backup software instead. If you use virtualization software such as Parallels Desktop, Q, Virtual PC, or GuestPC, your Windows files will live in a special disk image that appears as a regular volume within Windows. (...)
(...) If you reboot regularly in Mac OS X, you can let your Mac backup software handle your Windows files then. But if you do extensive work in Windows and don't switch back to Mac OS X for days at a time, consider installing Windows backup software instead. If you use virtualization software such as Parallels Desktop, Q, Virtual PC, or GuestPC, your Windows files will live in a special disk image that appears as a regular volume within Windows. (...)
USB 2.0 Drives, Intel Macs, and Bootability (06/05/2007)
(...) 4) on it and make a duplicate of your startup volume, that volume will not boot a PowerPC-based Mac; likewise, a duplicate of a PowerPC-based Mac's Tiger startup volume will not boot an Intel Mac. Apple is expected to eliminate this inconvenience with the release of Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, which should be a universal system that will boot Macs with either type of processor. (...)
(...) 4) on it and make a duplicate of your startup volume, that volume will not boot a PowerPC-based Mac; likewise, a duplicate of a PowerPC-based Mac's Tiger startup volume will not boot an Intel Mac. Apple is expected to eliminate this inconvenience with the release of Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, which should be a universal system that will boot Macs with either type of processor. (...)
A Reminder about Redundancy (06/05/2007)
(...) And for quick, one-off backups of files you're actively working on, they're not bad. At some hypothetical future date when you can buy, say, a 60 GB flash drive for little more than a hard drive, they may be useful for full backups too. For now, though, they are too small to store a complete, bootable Mac OS X system, and compared to any other medium available, the cost per gigabyte for archive backups is absurdly high. (...)
(...) And for quick, one-off backups of files you're actively working on, they're not bad. At some hypothetical future date when you can buy, say, a 60 GB flash drive for little more than a hard drive, they may be useful for full backups too. For now, though, they are too small to store a complete, bootable Mac OS X system, and compared to any other medium available, the cost per gigabyte for archive backups is absurdly high. (...)
Choose Your Backup Software (06/05/2007)
(...) (Of the software discussed here that offers both duplication and archiving features, only Personal Backup X lacks the ability to synchronize deletions when updating duplicates.) Does it have any other features you might use, such as file and folder synchronization? Retrospect Desktop vs. Retrospect Express EMC Insignia's Retrospect software comes in several different editions, including Retrospect Desktop ($129) and Retrospect Express. (...)
(...) (Of the software discussed here that offers both duplication and archiving features, only Personal Backup X lacks the ability to synchronize deletions when updating duplicates.) Does it have any other features you might use, such as file and folder synchronization? Retrospect Desktop vs. Retrospect Express EMC Insignia's Retrospect software comes in several different editions, including Retrospect Desktop ($129) and Retrospect Express. (...)
Rolling Your Own with Unix Utilities (06/05/2007)
(...) However, I've used technical support from Dantz (which was purchased by EMC) more than once, and I believe you get what you pay for. The technicians answer promptly, are highly trained, and continue working with youeven over multiple phone callsuntil the problem is solved (without charging you for each call). When I'm terrified that I might have just lost all my data and my software doesn't seem to be functioning correctly, I'm only too happy to pay $70 for the reassuring voice and advice of an expert who can help me get things working again. (...)
(...) However, I've used technical support from Dantz (which was purchased by EMC) more than once, and I believe you get what you pay for. The technicians answer promptly, are highly trained, and continue working with youeven over multiple phone callsuntil the problem is solved (without charging you for each call). When I'm terrified that I might have just lost all my data and my software doesn't seem to be functioning correctly, I'm only too happy to pay $70 for the reassuring voice and advice of an expert who can help me get things working again. (...)
Set Up Your Backup System. Partitioning without Reformatting (06/05/2007)
(...) If you're the only person using a machine, that's no big deal. But if two or more users share a Mac, each one must log in and run Backup separately to back up that user's files. Virtually all other backup programs can handle data for multiple users at once, correctly maintaining ownership and permissions for each user. (...)
(...) If you're the only person using a machine, that's no big deal. But if two or more users share a Mac, each one must log in and run Backup separately to back up that user's files. Virtually all other backup programs can handle data for multiple users at once, correctly maintaining ownership and permissions for each user. (...)
FileVault and Backups (06/05/2007)
(...) Backup concerns aside, the way FileVault stores your data in day-to-day use makes it extremely vulnerable to corruption; theoretically, even a tiny amount of damage could render your entire home folder unusable. Finally, start the backup. Often this is just a matter of clicking a "Backup" button. (...)
(...) Backup concerns aside, the way FileVault stores your data in day-to-day use makes it extremely vulnerable to corruption; theoretically, even a tiny amount of damage could render your entire home folder unusable. Finally, start the backup. Often this is just a matter of clicking a "Backup" button. (...)
Restore Data from a Backup (06/05/2007)
(...) Follow the same steps you normally would to create a duplicate, but choose your external disk as the source and your internal disk as the destination. When the duplicate is complete, use the Startup Disk pane of System Preferences to set your internal disk as the startup volume, and restart the computer. If all goes well, your Mac will boot properly from the freshly restored duplicate on your primary disk. (...)
(...) Follow the same steps you normally would to create a duplicate, but choose your external disk as the source and your internal disk as the destination. When the duplicate is complete, use the Startup Disk pane of System Preferences to set your internal disk as the startup volume, and restart the computer. If all goes well, your Mac will boot properly from the freshly restored duplicate on your primary disk. (...)
Troubleshooting and backup resources (06/05/2007)
(...) apple.com/). MacFixIt: Check the MacFixIt site daily for information about newly identified problems and solutions for all sorts of Mac hardware and software (www. (...)
(...) apple.com/). MacFixIt: Check the MacFixIt site daily for information about newly identified problems and solutions for all sorts of Mac hardware and software (www. (...)
A Retrospect Primer (06/05/2007)
(...) It's confusing. It's 10 years overdue for an extreme makeover. And the difficulty ordinary users have in getting past the interface to the useful stuff beneath is the main reason so many people are looking for alternatives to Retrospect. (...)
(...) It's confusing. It's 10 years overdue for an extreme makeover. And the difficulty ordinary users have in getting past the interface to the useful stuff beneath is the main reason so many people are looking for alternatives to Retrospect. (...)
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