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Simple Trick To Customized Scrolling

After reading OWC Larry’s article about reassigning the function keys last week, it got me thinking; that’s certainly not the only default setting in Mac OS X that can run contrary to how many people use their computers. Almost instantly, my thoughts went to that frequently-maligned addition to OS X 10.7 and later: Natural Scrolling. In an attempt to unify...

Data Migration for Windows-based Computers

Last week, we told you how to use OS X's Migration Assistant to transfer your data from one drive/computer to another. Well, what do you do if you have a Windows PC? Read on to find out. Old PC to...

Have Multiple Backups for Extra Protection

We talk a lot about backups on the OWC Blog, but that’s just because they’re so important. After all, your irreplaceable data is just that: irreplaceable. If you lose it, it’s difficult and/or expensive to get it back... and even...

Upgrade to New Mac or New Drive with Migration Assistant

We all know the physical and emotional pain of trying to assemble a new item. Maybe it’s your new kitchen table and your significant other has been yelling at you for weeks to finish it (did we say yelling? We...

Simple Keyboard ‘Function Key Trick’ Easily Overlooked

For years, I've continued to use my Apple Extended Keyboard II with a Griffin iMate (no longer available... actually both are long gone today) as my primary office keyboard. It's sad that they don't make that keyboard anymore, although the...

Microsoft Webmail Change May Inadvertently Miss Desired Email

Earlier this week, Microsoft unveiled Outlook.com, its revamped Webmail interface, replacing its former MSN and Hotmail offerings. While Outlook.com will work with Hotmail and MSN addresses, Microsoft is offering an option to change your address over to outlook.com, an option...

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