Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Hackett.
Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users since 2009, one conversation at a time.
Subscribe
Get in touch
Submit FeedbackNavigation
Links
MacSparky.com
512 Pixels
The MPU Forums
The MPU Newsletter
MPU on Mastodon
MPU on YouTube
MPU is edited by Jim Metzendorf.
Subscribe
Support this show
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segmentsGet in touch
Submit FeedbackSupport this show
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segmentsLatest Episodes
#12: Troubleshooting Your Mac
October 15th, 2009 · 90 minutes
Macs are typically very reliable machines, but from time to time they can cause you trouble. In this episode, we discuss recommendations for identifying and fixing problems. We also discuss tips for keeping your Mac running smoothly and discuss more listn
#11: Services and Macworld 2010
September 29th, 2009 · 70 minutes
This episode provides an introduction to automation. Subjects include Applescript, Automator, and Snow Leopard Services. We also had Macworld Expo Director Paul Kent on to talk about Macworld Expo and Conference 2010.
#10: Mac Security
September 14th, 2009 · 85 minutes
This episode includes a survey of security issues for Mac owners. Subjects include virus and trojans, phishing and web security, and physical security and insurance.
#9: Getting Ready for Snow Leopard
August 16th, 2009 · 32 minutes
We know, we were supposed to do a show about security this week. But with all the news coming out about Snow Leopard we just couldn’t help ourselves. In this episode we talk about how to get your Mac ready for Snow Leopard and our tips for a smooth instal
#8: Backup!
August 9th, 2009 · 36 minutes
In this episode, David and Katie discuss backup tools, strategies and plans. Next show: Security Links of Interest SuperDuper Carbon Copy Cloner Time Machine Time Capsule Drobo MobileMe Mozy Backblaze Carbonite Amazon S3 Backjack
#7: LaunchBar Blackbelt
July 26th, 2009 · 69 minutes
In this episode we cover popular application launcher, LaunchBar. This episode goes beyond the basics and includes are several power user tips. We recommend you listen to this one in front of a Mac equipped with LaunchBar. Enjoy.
#6: Setting Up A New Mac
July 10th, 2009 · 34 minutes
In this episode we talk all about setting up a new Mac. Do you want to migrate your data or start from scratch? What are the options for getting your old data on your new Mac? Katie and David explore the options and share their tips and tricks. Links of
#5: Word Processing and Writing
June 28th, 2009 · 77 minutes
Episode five takes on word processing and writing on your Mac. It is no longer all about Microsoft Word. Apple’s own Pages is becoming a contender and there are several other tools that will help you write better. Links of Interest: Microsoft Office O
#4: Staying in Sync
June 4th, 2009 · 31 minutes
In our fourth episode we talk about a subject that plagues many Mac users, keeping thing in sync. Whether you’re trying to sync documents or data to another computer, a mobile device, or the cloud we talk about various products and services to allow you t
#3: Going Paperless
May 23rd, 2009 · 93 minutes
In this episode, we discuss all the steps necessary to take your piles of paper and get it into your Mac and organized.