Tom Schmidt, Author at MyMac.com

Apple’s move to Intel processors has made it possible to run Windows natively on the Mac with Boot Camp or Parallels, but what about all the viruses and spyware and other threats lurking out there? McAfee, a leading security software company, states that there are over 180,000 threats that affect Windows. Here are some excellent free utilities that you can use to protect and care for your Windows installation.

Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station
Review

May 17, 2007September 6, 2011 Review 0

Quietly introduced at Macworld Expo in January, Apple’s new AirPort Extreme Base Station with 802.11n is a big leap forward but leaves a couple things behind. I was able to borrow one for review courtesy of First Tech Computer in Minneapolis, an Apple Specialist.

iSync, 1980’s Style
MyMac.com Help Desk 10

May 1, 2007September 9, 2011 How-To 0

Tom writes about iSync, Palm Desktop, iPod Notes, and problems with video codecs, iPhoto and a Nikon CoolPix, Narcoleptic MacBook, and much more.

Six Years Old, Three Years Solo
MyMac.com Help Desk #8

March 2, 2007September 6, 2011 MyMac.com Help Desk 0

Topics include – what is the best application on a Mac for recording a single track solo voice audio, getting cassette audio into your Mac, the spacebar key not working, and setting up a Mac for a toddler to use.

Apple’s Announcements From A Dealer Perspective

January 30, 2007February 23, 2025 Review 0

There were quite a few surprises in Steve Job’s Macworld keynote address, mostly by what was not announced. The long anticipated iPhone was announced,

iTunes Amnesia
MyMac.com Help Desk 7

January 26, 2007August 22, 2011 How-To 0

This time around, Tom looks at problems (and solutions) with iTunes Libraries, Universal Hard Disks, and iBook repair. Got a problem or question about your Mac? Be sure to email Tom.

Thankful For Being A Mac User
MyMac.com Help Desk 6

December 20, 2006August 14, 2011 How-To 0

Holiday time is a time for reflection. For thinking about the things you are thankful for. Some recent experiences I’ve had with my own computers have reminded me of how grateful I am to be a Mac user. Problems this month include no start-up chime, problems with Mail, and AppleWorks / TextEdit.

Macally BTMouse
Review

December 7, 2006August 15, 2011 Mouse, Review 0

The two most important things with a mouse are how it feels in your hand, and how well you can fine tune the tracking and scrolling to your liking. I don’t have big hands, but I like my mouse on the larger side. My hands tend to get sore with a mini mouse, and the BTMouse has the best feel of any mouse I’ve ever used.

AppleWorks Lives!
MyMac.com Help Desk #4

October 26, 2006August 14, 2011 How-To 0

When I first started writing this column in July I said we weren’t going to strictly do a help letters column. I say we, of course, because without your letters there is no help. This one’s going to be more of a commentary, and part iPhoto help.

Yes You Can Put iTunes / Windows Media Songs On Your Gigabeat/iPod
MyMac.com Help Desk #3

September 25, 2006August 14, 2011 How-To 0

New USB 2.0 iPod, Older USB 1.1 Mac, Broken Keychain, InsomniMac G5, and why Cory Doctorow and Robert Scoble got it wrong.

Flaming Laptops
MyMac.com Help Desk #2

August 29, 2006August 13, 2011 How-To 0

Who do you call with your Mac questions? Tom! This week, a troubled iBook G3, Apple’s Battery Exchange Program for iBook G4 and PowerBook G4, and migrating data from a PowerMac 8200

What To Do When Your Mac Needs Repair – MyMac.com Help Desk #1

July 25, 2006August 8, 2011 How-To 0

The first in what we hope is a long series, Tom Schmidt joins MyMac.com with his new Help article. Have a problem? Tom may be able to help. For the first installment, Tom looks at problems with AppleWorks and Airport, plus some advise on how you can get help, and what you should do to get it.