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JeremyK · 05-16-2009

Youve done the same thing as I have, posted the same message twice!

Why does it keep doing that!!

**bendrucker** · 05-17-2009

Not sure why the double posting thing happened to both of us. If it continues, I'll let Josh know so he can figure out what's happening.

craiglindel · 05-25-2009

I have come across several annoying things about my Mac but I attribute them all to nearly thirty years on a PC, and only a couple of months on a Mac. I know that it annoys my wife when she catches me doing some work on my PC, since the Mac is superior and all, but there are still a whole lot of things that I know how to do on a PC that would take me much longer on a Mac. When I really need to get something done I often turn to my PC, not because the PC is better but because I am better with the PC. Most of the problems that people have switching over from a PC to a Mac have to do with expecting it to act like a PC, only better. It may be better but it doesn't act like a PC.

houltmac · 05-30-2009

I have had this happen on every post I have made today, and use the keyboard to post not a mouse or trackpad so I really don't see that I could accidentally click twice or something.

JeremyK · 06-05-2009

Just found another annoying thing.

The cut function (command-X) doesn't work

In Windows you can select a few files, and instead of copying them and ending up with 2 copies of everything, you can cut them, go to the folder you want to move the files to, and paste.

OS X doesn't seem to let you do that, which means you have to select the files and drag them to where you want them, and you end up with 400 open windows!

**bendrucker** · 06-06-2009

OS X Finder does not include cut the way it does copy. To move files, you must drag and drop them. OS X also uses spring loaded folders to aid in easily copying files without cluttering your Desktop with Finder windows.

**Yuiichi** · 06-06-2009

Or you could use a utility like Quicksilver. Here's how I would move a file:

1. Select file(s)
2. Invoke Quicksilver (ctrl + space),
3. Bring files into Quicksilver (cmd + g)
4. Tab and type "mo" - select move command
5. Select folder to move to and hit enter

While it seems like a lot of steps, it actually goes fairly fast when doing it in practice!

Jugger Grimrodd · 06-08-2009

I don't think it's safe to operate any notebook with the LCD in a closed position (even when connected to external peripherals). It blocks the air vents that keep your notebook guts cool and comfy (Mac and PC usually use the keyboard as an intake area). Closing the lid while running processor intensive tasks is a recipe for disaster (especially with dual core systems). They say that the number one enemy of computer components is heat, followed very closely by basketballs. I think kittens are next at number three.

houltmac · 06-08-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jugger Grimrodd

I don't think it's safe to operate any notebook with the LCD in a closed position (even when connected to external peripherals). It blocks the air vents that keep your notebook guts cool and comfy (Mac and PC usually use the keyboard as an intake area). Closing the lid while running processor intensive tasks is a recipe for disaster (especially with dual core systems). They say that the number one enemy of computer components is heat, followed very closely by basketballs. I think kittens are next at number three.

A few years ago I would have agreed, but if you saw the underside of the current Mac notebook line you'd know there isn't much air moving through that keyboard and hasn't been for a while.

Jugger Grimrodd · 06-08-2009

This excerpt is taken from the MacBook User's Guide:

"Proper handling Set up your MacBook on a stable work surface that allows for
adequate air circulation under and around the computer. Do not operate your
MacBook on a pillow or other soft material, as the material can block the airflow vents.
Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook. Never push
objects into the ventilation openings."

http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/..._Early2009.pdf

Considering the context, I can only assume that "Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook" could conceivably include the LCD.

I have always found it interesting that companies are vague about this kind of thing. I guess they only put out the required information to satisfy legal considerations. After all, it wouldn't be a bad thing if your notebook overheated and you had to buy a new one?

05-17-2009	#12 (permalink)
bendrucker Assistant Store Manager Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,655	Not sure why the double posting thing happened to both of us. If it continues, I'll let Josh know so he can figure out what's happening. __________________ iMac Intel Core Duo 17" 1.83Ghz, 2GB Crucial RAM \| iPhone 3GS (16GB) Twitter \| Business Twitter \| Maplewood, New Jersey Professional Photographer: Ben Drucker Photography

05-30-2009	#14 (permalink)
houltmac Creative Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,222	I have had this happen on every post I have made today, and use the keyboard to post not a mouse or trackpad so I really don't see that I could accidentally click twice or something. __________________ Follow me on twitter: twitter.com/houltmac Read my blog: houltmac.com

06-05-2009	#15 (permalink)
JeremyK Personal Shopping Specialist Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 217	Just found another annoying thing. The cut function (command-X) doesn't work In Windows you can select a few files, and instead of copying them and ending up with 2 copies of everything, you can cut them, go to the folder you want to move the files to, and paste. OS X doesn't seem to let you do that, which means you have to select the files and drag them to where you want them, and you end up with 400 open windows! __________________ Once you go mac, you never go back! My macs: Aluminum MacBook, iPhone 3G 16GB, iPod Nano (5th Gen. Aluminum).

06-06-2009	#16 (permalink)
bendrucker Assistant Store Manager Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,655	OS X Finder does not include cut the way it does copy. To move files, you must drag and drop them. OS X also uses spring loaded folders to aid in easily copying files without cluttering your Desktop with Finder windows. __________________ iMac Intel Core Duo 17" 1.83Ghz, 2GB Crucial RAM \| iPhone 3GS (16GB) Twitter \| Business Twitter \| Maplewood, New Jersey Professional Photographer: Ben Drucker Photography

06-06-2009	#17 (permalink)
Yuiichi Assistant Store Manager Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,168	Or you could use a utility like Quicksilver. Here's how I would move a file: 1. Select file(s) 2. Invoke Quicksilver (ctrl + space), 3. Bring files into Quicksilver (cmd + g) 4. Tab and type "mo" - select move command 5. Select folder to move to and hit enter While it seems like a lot of steps, it actually goes fairly fast when doing it in practice! __________________ My Mac(s): MacBook, white - 2.0 GHz, 2 GB RAM, 80 GB HDD therewascake. - my personal blog. The Pike Chronicle - a daily log of life.

05-16-2009	#11 (permalink)
JeremyK Personal Shopping Specialist Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 217	Youve done the same thing as I have, posted the same message twice! Why does it keep doing that!!

05-25-2009	#13 (permalink)
craiglindel Operator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Arundel, Maine Posts: 6	I have come across several annoying things about my Mac but I attribute them all to nearly thirty years on a PC, and only a couple of months on a Mac. I know that it annoys my wife when she catches me doing some work on my PC, since the Mac is superior and all, but there are still a whole lot of things that I know how to do on a PC that would take me much longer on a Mac. When I really need to get something done I often turn to my PC, not because the PC is better but because I am better with the PC. Most of the problems that people have switching over from a PC to a Mac have to do with expecting it to act like a PC, only better. It may be better but it doesn't act like a PC.

06-08-2009	#18 (permalink)
Jugger Grimrodd Personal Shopping Specialist Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 314	I don't think it's safe to operate any notebook with the LCD in a closed position (even when connected to external peripherals). It blocks the air vents that keep your notebook guts cool and comfy (Mac and PC usually use the keyboard as an intake area). Closing the lid while running processor intensive tasks is a recipe for disaster (especially with dual core systems). They say that the number one enemy of computer components is heat, followed very closely by basketballs. I think kittens are next at number three. __________________ 24" iMac, MacBook, Apple TV, iPhone (3G)

06-08-2009	#20 (permalink)
Jugger Grimrodd Personal Shopping Specialist Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 314	This excerpt is taken from the MacBook User's Guide: "Proper handling Set up your MacBook on a stable work surface that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer. Do not operate your MacBook on a pillow or other soft material, as the material can block the airflow vents. Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook. Never push objects into the ventilation openings." http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/..._Early2009.pdf Considering the context, I can only assume that "Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook" could conceivably include the LCD. I have always found it interesting that companies are vague about this kind of thing. I guess they only put out the required information to satisfy legal considerations. After all, it wouldn't be a bad thing if your notebook overheated and you had to buy a new one? __________________ 24" iMac, MacBook, Apple TV, iPhone (3G)

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