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February 4, 2012 Workshop Classes PDF Print
Written by Training Coordinator   
Thursday, 26 January 2012 00:00

Classes are from 9:00 AM till noon, with a 20 minute midway break (unless otherwise noted)

Mac Essentials: Ten Tips to Better Digital Photos - Fireside Room - Pete Lozzi
We carry them in our pockets, we rely on them for memories, digital cameras are everywhere and iPhoto is our hub. From casual snapshots to skillful photographs, all of your pictures should be ready to enjoy, print and share with ease and grace. Join Pete as he covers ten easy reminders for transforming your casual snapshots to photographs! In addition, Pete simplifies RAW vs. JPEG for the rest of us and what we should use. Pete also shows the latest HP Photo Printer technology and how it allows Mac and iPad/iPhone users to print gorgeous photos effortlessly!

iPhone Basics 2: Tarah Frost & Zulay Moncada-Frost

iPhone Basics II: This class is a continuation of the December iPhone Basics course, which covers the basics of how to use your iPhone 3GS/4. We’ll cover text messaging, Instant Messaging, voice mail, email, Internet options, apps, and hardware accessories.

Hot Stuff and Mac Musings - Room E-23 - Lee Hinde

Join Lee Hinde for a fun and interesting discussion on topics including: what's new at MacWorld and Apple, developing technologies, and "Way Cool Web Sites." Lee Hinde is a MacNexus past President, presenter of "Hot Stuff," early founder and shaper of MacNexus, database development guru, and much more. A fun and attention-grabbing time is guaranteed for all!

Mac Basics: Protecting Yourself And your Mac - Room E-21 - Richard Applebaum
Have fun with your Mac safely. This class starts off with the basics: creating and storing strong passwords, securing your home network, and safe online behavior. As time allows, we'll answer class questions.

1st Floor/Grace Cafe - Triage, Coffee and Sweets, WITS, Membership, and More!

Note Room Changes:

Beginning with the December 2011 workshop, Triage, Coffee and Sweets, WITS, Membership, and other non-class activities have been moved downstairs to Grace Cafe.
  •  Classes will continue to be hosted in upstairs rooms.
  •  Got questions? WITS ladies have answers. All morning in Grace Cafe!
 
Folks with little or no prior computer experience may find more one-on-one style help available at the WITS table in the Grace Cafe.


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Click here for Past Classes and Handouts.

Click here to suggest a new Class.


Does your Mac or iDevice need some tender loving care? Come see us in Triage. To make a Triage appointment, contact Jim Bean at (916) 774-6783, or Bob White at (916) 363-7115. If you need more detail, check the website, or your current Interface (at the end of the class information).

 
February 21st General Meeting PDF Print
Written by Rocky LaRochelle   
Tuesday, 24 January 2012 00:05
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Real Life CSI Comes to MacNexus!

Join us on February 21st to hear Sacramento County Coroner Gregory Wyatt (http://coroner.saccounty.net/) tell us how Apple products are used in the world of Coroner Forensic Death Investigations. He will explain how social media is used to solve decades old, as well as current, "John and Jane Doe" cases, and how Apple products played a role in the case investigation and final outcome. This is the "Real" CSI.

We'll also have rumors and news from RockyTheActor, Expert Help, delicious snacks and great prizes in the raffle, plus much more.

See you at 7pm on the 21st!

 
January Interface Posted PDF Print
Written by Karen Downs   
Sunday, 01 January 2012 14:35

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The January Interface is now available for Members who have logged in.

Find out what you missed at the December 20th meeting.

Who won the Mystery Raffle grand prizes?

What's up with Quicken for Mac?

Why does Bob White want you to Shake that Text?

What will iTunes Match do for you?

Meet Jan Berry ... and much more ...

 
Steve Jobs PDF Print
Written by Karen Downs   
Wednesday, 05 October 2011 20:58

Steves

R.I.P.
1955 – 2011

 
Remote Assistance Capability PDF Print
Written by Kimberly   
Thursday, 21 October 2010 21:19
TeamViewerQS

Make it easier to get assistance with your Mac!

We are encouraging all MacNexus members to install this free remote assistance application, called TeamViewerQS, on their computers. TeamViewerQS allows you to share the screen of your computer with our support team for remote assistance.

It's safe, it's secure, and best of all it's actually free!

Get your free copy of TeamViewer QuickSupport Now!

Click here to download your free copy!

 

 

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Steve Jobs - May 30, 2007

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