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Using the Equalizer in iTunes

computerwhiz1 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:06:17 +0000

If you know a little bit about music, sound, or acoustics, then you probably know what an equalizer is. It is a device that allows you to adjust the different frequencies of sound. In this video, I show you how to get to, and how to use the equalizer in iTunes. So, whether you just want to make your songs sound better, or you want to make it sound a certain way just for fun, this video will show you how to do it.
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Translating Things for Free

computerwhiz1 — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:29:33 +0000

Problem: you are surfing the internet and you come across a site that has the information you need, but it is in a language that you can’t read.

Solution: Google Translator

In the video below I show you how you can take advantage of the free Google Translator, and its abilities to translate… well just about everything. You can translate text, or even enter the URL to an entire website and it will translate it all for free. Enjoy.

[NOTE: In order to get this in Full 1080p HD so you can see the screen you are going to have to click this link then click to watch in HD. Click here or click watch in HD in the player here and make it full screen.]

How to Download YouTube Videos

computerwhiz1 — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:01:28 +0000

Have you ever wanted to download YouTube videos to watch on your computer or iPod? Well it is a simple process that can easily be done a ton of different ways. However, for this video I am going to show you two and tell you about one.

The first tool I would like to mention is KeepVid. KeepVid is a very simple website that allows you to paste in a link to a youtube video and it will give you a link to download in either .mp4 or .flv format.

The next two that I am going to tell you about are MPEG StreamClip and a Firefox Addon. These are both things that you install on your computer to download videos, but they offer more functionality. So to find out more information about them watch the video below.

View Fonts Installed on Your Mac

computerwhiz1 — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:22:44 +0000

If you are like me, then sometimes it is hard to find a font that you like. Well, did you know that there is a built in application on your Mac that can help you with this? Font Book is the name, and viewing fonts is the game. Font Book will easily allow you to see all the fonts that you have installed on your computer. It will also allow you to print out a catalog of all the fonts on your computer if you would like. So, without further ado, watch the video below to find out how to use this nifty little app.

Use Screen Saver as Background in OS X

computerwhiz1 — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:47:25 +0000

If you have not heard, a Windows Vista machine is able to run a screen saver as the desktop background. Well up until now that has been one small thing that the PC enthusiasts were able to get me on. But now I have Screen Saver. Screen Saver is a nifty little dashboard widget that will allow you to run an OS X screen saver as your desktop background. Watch the video embedded below to find out who to get and use this neat little piece of freeware.

[NOTE: In order to get this in Full 1080p HD so you can see the screen, you are going to have to click this link then click to watch in HD. Click here or click watch in HD in the player here and make it full screen.]

How to Handle Remote Tech Support

chris@lockergnome.com (Chris Pirillo) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:30:00 GMT

Using GoToAssist is the easiest way to view and control another person's computer online. Use it to provide instant technical support to family, friends and customers. Start a session with just one click, and instantly connect with the other party.

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VMware and Parallels for Virtual Machines

chris@lockergnome.com (Chris Pirillo) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 06:30:00 GMT

It doesn't matter if you're running on Windows or Mac OS X - every power user needs either Parallels or VMware (or both). There's never been an easier way to test software without destroying your primary operating system's stability. Think of how many times you wish you could press a 'reverse' button on your computer. Plus, there's no easier way to try new Linux distributions - see what all the fuss is about. Run Windows in OS X, run Linux in Windows, but the best way to do either is with VMware and/or Parallels.

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