Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

MGG 277: Mail Tips, Secure Backups, Finding Preferences

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John and Dave kick off August with a show that combines your feedback about previous topics with their answers and thoughts about new topics. Subjects covered include Mail tips, securing your backups (in some very creative ways!), managing videos, and more. Definitely check it out!

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Stuff mentioned:

  • Turkey Derrick Plans (2:00)
  • Dave’s Turkey Derrick Pictures including the Derrick with iGrill and the Derrick with Cones
  • iGrill (4:58)
  • Mackie MRMK3 Studio Monitors – Sponsor (7:55)
  • iPhone 5s: Using Touch ID (14:50)
  • iCloud: Frequently asked questions about iCloud Keychain (21:00)
  • How to Store Secure Notes Without Using 3rd Party Apps
  • 1Password (24:55)
  • LastPass (25:00)
  • Google 2-Step Verification (25:55)
  • OUI Lookup Tool (30:00)
  • WEP Warning
  • KisMAC (35:30)
  • Change MAC Address on your Mac (36:40)
  • Netspot (39:45)
  • How to Setup and Extend a Wi-Fi Network (44:05)
  • iStumbler (45:15)
  • AirPort Extreme
  • dd-wrt (enhanced router firmware) (1:05:05)
  • Buffalo 802.11ac Router that Dave Has
  • ASUS Routers (1:08:42)
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  • MacGeekGab AAC Enhanced Feed – Thanks to Michael Johnston of We Have Communicators (formerly the iPhoneAlley podcast) and Applr.

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