May 28, 2008
Why would you want to have Open Source software on your computer? Let’s consider a few reasons: (1) First reason that every one thinks of is that Open Source software is free of cost, well it certainly is about 95% of the time but it can be paid too although the license will be less [...]
May 3, 2008
If you constantly find your desktop cluttered and overloaded with programs and browser windows then a virtual desktop manager might be for you. Virtual desktops are handy if you want to keep different tasks and programs separated. They are quite common on Mac and Linux computers. It may take some time but once you get [...]
April 8, 2008
Why would you want to map a folder to a drive letter? Maybe some folder you work with constantly is hidden under a convoluted folder structure, like: ‘U:\Data\User Files\Shared\Clients\VIPClient\Pensky File\Project 232\’ Wouldn’t it be easier to refer to it as: R:\ ? This is pretty common to do with network locations under Tools -> Map [...]
March 25, 2008
In the first part of my article, I wrote about mapping Exposé onto your mouse buttons, blocking out distractions while working, using keyboard shortcuts, Sidenote and Spotlight. Now, in the spirit of productivity, let’s just get on with part two! 1. Organize your Mac Having a cluttered workspace takes up precious time when you’re trying [...]
