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  • I have the latest Java, and websites still fail to work

    With Mac OS X 10.7.3 (an intermediate version of 10.7 Lion), you can now install the latest (as of March 25, 2014) Java from http://www.java.com/   The Edit Site List preference found in the Apple menu -> Sys...view more
    a brody
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  • Help for Error 13

    Quit the App Store if it's open then open the Finder.   From the Finder menu bar click Go > Go to Folder   Type or copy / paste:   ~/Library/Cookies   Click Go then move the  com.ap...view more
    Carolyn Samit
    last modified by Carolyn Samit
  • Help for error 1004

    Quit the App Store of it's open.     Open the Finder. From the Finder menu bar click Go > Go to Folder   Type or copy/paste:    ~/Library/Cookies   Click Go then move the com.appl...view more
    Carolyn Samit
    last modified by Carolyn Samit
  • Why is iCloud uploading my entire iCloud Photo library again after I moved its location?

    That is unfortunately what will happen, when you move a Photos library to a different drive. You have to enable iCloud Photo Library again for the moved library, and iCloud will upload all photos again to merge them i...view more
    léonie
    last modified by léonie
  • Repair security permissions for iTunes for Windows

    If you are unable to edit tag information in iTunes it is likely that the files are marked as read-only or your account does not have the correct security permissions to make changes. This can happen when a library is...view more
    turingtest2
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  • Troubleshooting Safari plug-ins and Extensions

    How to troubleshoot Safari third party plugins and extensions:   From the Safari menu bar click Safari > Preferences then select the Extensions tab. If there are any extensions installed, uninstall one at a ti...view more
    Carolyn Samit
    last modified by Carolyn Samit
  • Checking your AIM valid Password in iChat and Messages

    How Can I Check My iChat/Messages AIM Password ?  If you can not log on to the AIM server with iChat or Messages you may need to check your account name and password.   First Steps   Checking the nam...view more
    Ralph Johns (UK)
    last modified by Ralph Johns (UK)
  • AirPlay Troubleshooting

    AirPlay Troubleshooting - Dropped Streams / Streaming Performance   A dropped stream typically indicates that iTunes host and the AirPlay "speaker" (AirPort Express, Apple TV, or 3rd-party AirPlay device) cannot ...view more
    Tesserax
    last modified by Tesserax
  • AirPort - Optimal Base Station Placement

    One option in determining where to best place your AirPort base station is to measure its signal quality from a wireless client. In theory, where the signal quality is best would make for ideal candidates for placemen...view more
    Tesserax
    last modified by Tesserax
  • OS X Fonts For Specific Languages

    OS X  contains a number of fonts intended to be used for specific languages and scripts when the appropriate input sources for those languages are active.  Many of these fonts also contain standard Latin cha...view more
    Tom Gewecke
    last modified by Tom Gewecke
  • How to get the iOS GB Loops into GarageBand for Mac

    If you want to use the GarageBand iOS loops in GarageBand on your Mac, see mprenfro's discussion: Re: How to get new iOS GB loops into your Mac   This discussion describes how to extract the loops from the Gar...view more
    léonie
    last modified by léonie
  • Why is there no "Memory" button in "About this Mac"?

    If your Mac has user upgradeable RAM, you will see a "Memory" button in "About this Mac".   If you Mac does not have user upgradeable RAM, you will not see the "Memory" button in "About this Mac".view more
    Duane
    last modified by Duane
  • Divide Symbol In Numbers 3.x looks like a plus

    In Numbers 3.x the divide operator you enter is a forward slash "/".  Numbers, however, changes the symbol to an obelus ("÷").   a zoom of the symbol looks like this:     ÷    ...view more
    Wayne Contello
    last modified by Wayne Contello
  • Typing Other Languages on an iPad with a Hardware Keyboard

    When using a hardware keyboard to type other languages with an iPad or other iOS device, you may need to go into Settings > General > Keyboard > Hardware Keyboards in order to match the layout there with what...view more
    Tom Gewecke
    last modified by Tom Gewecke
  • Prevent iOS auto-pushed update.

    Apple's iOS updates can and may be auto-pushed (downloaded to your device without your knowledge) to your iDevice. Some users may want to stay at an older iOS version for many reasons, the main reason being the decrea...view more
    SergZak
    last modified by SergZak
  • Screen Sharing in Messages

    This Tip is to explain how to turn On Screen Sharing in Messages and what is needed to Screen Share with iChat and Messages Buddies using AIM Screen Names or Jabber IDs  (The iChat Method) (At Yosemite Apple Add...view more
    Ralph Johns (UK)
    last modified by Ralph Johns (UK)
  • New Build of iOS 9.3 with Fixes for Recent Bugs Is Now Available for Download [Updated]

    As you might have noticed, many users have encountered problems with activation of their iPhones and iPads and opening web links in Safari, Mail, Chrome and a number of other apps after updating to iOS 9.3. Because of...view more
    D.Cohen
    last modified by D.Cohen
  • Apple fixes web link bug in iOS 9

    For all those users who experienced issues with web links after updating to iOS 9, Apple had issued a 9.3.1 update that should resolve this problem. Some of the other issues were addressed in an earlier 9.3 update. ...view more
    Rysz
    last modified by Rysz
  • Details of how Photos handles the migration from iPhoto

    How Photos handles content and metadata from iPhoto and Aperture - Apple Support       How iPhoto content and metadata migrate to PhotosPhotos and organization: Photos and movies migrate without chang...view more
    LarryHN
    last modified by LarryHN
  • Why is there a workout icon / runner icon / fitness app icon on my watch face?

    When the runner status icon is shown on your watch face, it indicates that your watch presently has a workout in progress:   You may have a workout paused or in progress in the Workout app or in a third-party ...view more
    Jonathan UK
    last modified by Jonathan UK