Two ways exist to connect a MacBook directly to another MacBook. If you need both computers to be interactive, you can create a private network on one of the MacBooks using its wireless networking capabilities. The various sharing options can then be used to share hardware, allow for remote management or share files. You can also use Target Disk Mode to connect one MacBook to another as if it were an external hard drive....
Connecting a VCR to record cable television requires a cable box and some connector cables. Connect the cables so the feed from the cable box, which is the piece of equipment which allows you to watch cable television, runs into both the VCR and television. This allows you watch cable television on your TV and record your favorite programs with the VCR. Depending on the make and model of VCR, television and cable box you use, the type of connector cables you need may vary....
The Mac Mini is a small desktop computer that runs the Mac OS and includes a large number of user friendly features including the option to connect to the local network and Internet over a wireless connection. The Mac Mini makes wireless networking so simple that users accustomed to using a PC may have trouble figuring out how to connect. Use a simple three-step procedure to connect to the Internet over wireless on a Mac Mini....
Connecting your Zune to a computer is as simple as connecting most other devices through USB. Even after you have connected the device properly, you may experience instability. Plugging and unplugging the device rarely fixes the problem. Like your PC, the Zune requires firmware updates for stability. It is possible that a connection problem stems from update failure rather than user error. Tips Warnings Writer Bio
Connecting two routers can help when you want to connect multiple computers to your home network. Using two routers will not make the Internet any faster, but it will greatly increase the size of your wireless coverage. It is still a bit of a painstaking process as there are a few configurations to change around, but it’s worth it if you have a large home and several computers. Writer Bio
By sharing the Internet connection of your 3G modem over Wi-Fi, you can use it on multiple devices at the same time, including other computers, mobile phones, smart TVs or gaming consoles. You can share your 3G connection using any machine running Windows. After getting online with your modem, you need to start a Wi-Fi network and adjust the settings for the Internet Connection Sharing feature. Warnings Writer Bio
If you’ve been working with Flash and have a Flash presentation (.exe) file saved, but are missing the .swf version, it may be possible to convert the .exe file back into its original .swf format for online distribution. If you need to make changes, you can then try to convert the .swf file back into a .fla file with a second piece of conversion software. While this reverse-engineering process works best with ....
PDF, or Portable Document Format, is a document format developed by Adobe to distribute platform-independent documents. It includes text and images and in many cases hyperlinks. You can view PDF files using the Adobe Acrobat Reader. You can also convert files of other formats such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and images to PDF and view them with all the original information. You can do this easily without installing third-party software on your Windows Vista computer....
LORAN was an electronic navigation system used in the United States from 1958 to 2010. It compared the signal strength of the radio signals from any two LORAN transmitters to identify the location of a shipboard receiver on an electronic grid, accurate to within 1 mile. The Global Positioning System (GPS) is an artificial constellation of satellites, using computer technology to localize a vessel based on the relative distance from three or more satellites, and accurate to 15 feet or less....
You don’t have to be an expert painter to create stunning paintings these days. With more advanced image editing software, it’s possible to turn any photograph into an oil painting with a few clicks of the mouse. Not all graphic software is capable of performing this routine. Most of the higher-priced programs have the tools necessary for artistic rendering of photos. The good news is, there are a few low-cost alternatives that offer painting tools as well, making it possible for almost anyone to become a digital Monet....
Microsoft Excel macros can replace tedious functions in Excel spreadsheets. For example, instead of typing the same information over and over again, you can create a macro to do the work for you. Macros are workbook specific, which means that if you want the macro in one workbook to work in another workbook, you have to copy the macros over. Copying a macro can be done through the Visual Basic Editor (VBE), which is built into Excel....
Certain Garmin GPS models come with SD cards that you can remove in order to add or update maps. Once you’ve removed the SD card from your Garmin, you can also copy its contents onto another SD card in order to create a backup for yourself or share maps between Garmin GPS units. The process is the same as that used for copying any files between drives and removable devices in the Windows operating system....
The iPod Nano is a compact media player that enables you to listen to music, watch videos and view pictures. The default program used to transfer files from a computer to a Nano is iTunes, but the size of the program and lack of playlist customization can be off-putting. If you do not want to put iTunes on your computer, transfer files to your iPod Nano using the Windows Media Player library....
Nero 7 Essentials is a CD and DVD burning utility that provides options for burning music, video and data to disks. Though the process is not obvious, you can also create a bootable disk for Windows 7 and Vista using the burning utility. Both Windows 7 and Vista operating system installation disks contain a “.com” file that will enable you to create a bootable DVD with just a blank disk and the burning application....
Over the years, families develop and cook recipe after recipe. Some of these recipes work their way through several generations and some even begin their journey in other countries. People like to protect those treasured family recipes and creating a digital cookbook is one of the ways you can do just that. Digital cookbooks allow all the members of the family to have a copy without having to spend a lot of money on printing and publishing costs....
Placing shortcuts on your desktop is an effective way to streamline your work processes to save time. Many people like to place program shortcuts of programs they use often on the desktop. When you have a shortcut on your desktop, you must only click on the shortcut to open the program. Because “My Computer” is an oft-used starting point in Windows operating systems, create a My Computer shortcut on your desktop....
When it comes to document security you get what you pay for. Standard PDF creators like Adobe Acrobat offer password protection, but not specific features like expiration dates and print protection. To get these additional features permanently, you must purchase a PDF security program. There are several to choose from and most offer a free trial that you can test to see if it meets your security requirements. Writer Bio
The “3D Extrude and Bevel” tool adds three-dimensionality to flat shapes and typography in Adobe Illustrator CS1 through CS5. This Illustrator tool is found in the “3D” selection on the “Effect” menu. The designer explores different formats and tools to create the most effective design, but many times she removes or changes the design elements. If you have a shape that utilizes the “3D Extrude and Bevel” tool and you would like to remove it, the “Appearance” panel gives you this ability....
Block User Open the user’s profile page, and then click the arrow next to the gear icon in the toolbar at the top of her tweets. Click the “Block” option to block the user, or click “Block and Report” to block the account and send a notification to Twitter support. The button label changes to “Blocked.” Unfollow User Open the user’s profile page, and then hover over the “Following” button; the label changes to “Unfollow" and the color of the button changes to red....
Click the Start button. Type “mouse” into the Start menu’s search box and click “Mouse” in the search results to open the Mouse Properties dialog box. Click “Device Settings,” the dialog box’s last tab. Click “Settings” to open your touchpad driver’s settings. Click “Tap Zones,” which is in the sidebar under “Tapping.” Click the box labeled “Enable Tap Zones” to deselect it. Click “OK” in both open dialog boxes. Writer Bio
