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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 then, it’s not a guarantee. By far and away, the simplest way to avoid unfortunate data loss is to have...

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...

OWC Strives for Level 90

It's time to dust off my armor and weapons; Mists of Pandaria is coming! An entire new continent of lush environments and brutal bosses awaits you and your friends in this new expansion to World of Warcraft! New adventures are...

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