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Macintosh Notes 10-9-12

How can I transfer my digital images into the computer from my iPad or iPhone? 1 st Solution Use iCloud – make sure you have iCloud on the computer and that sync photos is checked or is on (apple menu->system preferences->iCloud) 2 nd Solution Email yourself the photos and then download them into the computer 3 rd Solution Connect your device via the USB cord (charging cable without the power adapter) to the computer and sync using iTunes   Changing your Homepage on your Internet browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Opera, etc) 1.    Click the name of the application/browser that you're using (top left) 2.    Choose preferences, options, tools, etc 3.    Find a reference to the "Homepage" (might have to click General) 4.    Change the existing address to the new website address you want as the homepage (i.e. www.google.com, mail.yahoo.com, etc) 5.    Click OK or close window Sync vs. Backup Sync – Mirrors the same file/picture/note in

Shopping online 10-2-12

Shopping for the holidays Gift cards (sent via snail mail or you can print them)/e-certificates (sent via email) are a great idea Amazon (above the search bar) Ebay (scroll down to the bottom left) Google Play – Android Devices (bottom of the screen) iTunes Online Shopping is great to compare prices In class we found ink for $65 on Amazon and the same ink for $102 at Staples Difference of $37! Price compare yourself by using Tabs to jump between different retailers. (Open the internet and hold ctrl/cmd and tap "T", then type in the website you want to view) Google also has a pricing search engine (important have the exact model number) http://www.google.com/shopping On the chart, click the heading of the column to organize the results by specifics like "total price" Miles are available with your frequent flyer programs, look at their website for affiliate programs with retailers. It is a great way to keep your frequent flyer miles active