This list provides a brief explanation of what each downloadable file contains. These files do not change very often. For your convenience, most entries show a date next to them. This indicates the last time that file was changed.
To download any of the following items,
- Click the "Pedestrian Crossing" sign above.
- On the page that appears, in the "Name:" box, enter the word
public
(The word "public" must be entered completely in lowercase -- no capital letters.)
- In the "Password:" box, enter the current password. (Click the "key" above, to request it.)
- When you've finished downloading files, simply close that window and you'll be back here.
Discount From EdgeRift
- This file contains a link to their web site and a discount code for their "RiftVault" program.
- This item expires on 9/20/08
- This item was last updated on 7/22/08
MACS Statistics
- This 11-page file contains M.A.C.S. member's statistics. No personal information, just charts and lists which state how many members live in various cities, which Macintosh models does our collective membership own, etc.
- This item was last updated on 7/20/08
Exploring Pages '08
- This is a 127-page, PDF book, which explains how to use Apple's "Pages" program -- a part of Apple's "iWork" software Package. It was written by Hartley "Jim" Jackson, a member of the Northern Vermont Macintosh Users Group. This book is free to all Macintosh user group members.
- This item was last updated on 7/20/08
Members Contact List
- This member-to-member list is provided "as is" -- a non-alphabetized text file. It contains only those M.A.C.S. members who gave us special permission to include their information. New information will be added as we receive it. "How to use" and "How to add your data" are included in the file.
- This item was last updated on 8/6/08
IGG Software Discounts
- Here are the details on how M.A.C.S. members can receive a discount on IGG Software products, such as iBank.
- This item expires on 8/31/08
- This item was last updated on 6-14-08
Drawing On Knowledge
- This article could also be called "Finding Your Inner Artist". It originally appeared in the May 2008 issue of the M.A.C.S. newsletter. The article explains the differences between "draw" and "paint" programs.
- NOTE: On these two pages, you'll find a few graphic embellishments. Next to some of them, there is either a mark of "AR" or "LF". These indicate whether that graphic item was created with ArtRage (a "paint" program) or LineForm (a "draw" program).
- This item was last updated on 5/9/08
Discounts From Softpress
- In order to create and maintain this web site, M.A.C.S. has used Freeway (by Softpress) for several years. If you've enjoyed this site and wondered how we did it all, with very little effort, visit this Softpress page and download the trial version of Freeway Express or Freeway Pro. Then, when you're ready to make your purchase, download the "Discounts From Softpress" file from our Downloads page and apply theat code to your order.
- This item was last updated on 4/22/08
Testing Your New Mac
- Whenever you purchase a new Macintosh, it's a good idea to test its various hardware functions. This file explains what to test and why.
- This item was last updated on 4/1/08
User Group Discounts 8/27/08
- This file contains discounts from the Apple User's Group Advisory Board (AUGB)
- This item was last updated on 8/27/08
Some Notes On Leopard
- This file contains these topic titles:
- A Weekend With "Leopard"
- Leopard's Hidden Power
- Using Leopard As "Leopard"
- This item was last updated on 12/23/07
Converting AppleWorks Files To iWork
- This short set of instructions will help you bring your AppleWorks Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheet and Presentation files over to Apple's iWork software.
- NOTE: Apple's "iWork" really is a great value. It's easy to use, it integrates seamlessly with iPhoto & iTunes and can import and export Microsoft "Word", "Excel" and "Powerpoint" documents... AND, iWork sells for just $79!!!
- This item was last updated on 10/23/07
When Installing Leopard
- This file contains information which may come in handy if you are updating from an older version of the Macintosh Operating System (including Mac OS 9) to "Leopard", Mac OS X version 10.5.
- This item was last updated on 6/1/08
Receiving The MACS Newsletter
- This file contains a few tips which you should know about, in order to receive our monthly newsletter. (Information regarding AOL (America Online) is also included.)
- This information was originally posted on the "MACS News" page but was moved here on 9/5/07.
- This item was last updated on 9/5/07
Predicting Apple's Next Announcement
- This document presents some observations on when Apple "has" and "may" introduce new products. It also explains which Macintosh to look for, in order to own a "plateau" model.
- This item was last updated on 3/23/07
Why Computers Aren't Fast
- This article explains why we think our current computer is slow and why new computers aren't as fast as they should be.
- This item was last updated on 1/24/07
Tips - From Screen To Printer
- This compressed (zip) file contains two text documents which include photos. They explain image "resolution" and how to achieve the best results and they also provide information on "RGB" versus "CMYK" colors. All this information is good to know whenever you want to print the best quality text and photos on your inkjet printer.
- This item was last updated on 1/14/07
Burning & Playing CDs & DVDs
- During our January 2007 meeting a question was brought up about CD "burning" and "playback". Several members offered good suggestions but there was also a bit of confusion on this subject. This article provides the facts and resources for burning CDs and DVDs, as well as why burn speed and brands make a difference in reliability. This article also explains why some DVD movies don't play well all the way through and why some CDs and DVDs work in one computer or player and not another.
- This item was last updated on 1/13/07
Newsletter-M.A.C.S.
- The M.A.C.S. newsletter is an 8-page, full-color, PDF file. Once a month (on the Saturday before the meeting), it is sent to each member as an eMail attachment. If you are not successful in downloading that attachment, or if you would like one of our previous issues, scroll to the top or bottom of this window and click the Pedestrian Crossing sign, located at the top of this page. You'll be able to download any or all of our 12 most recent newsletter files. (Under Mac OS X, PDF files are viewed through Apple's "Preview" program.)
- NOTE: Because we will be eMailing the newsletter to you, be sure we have your current eMail address. If you would like to send us your new eMail address, click here. Also, be sure your mailbox is not full. (This can be caused by exceeding "size" of the Mailbox or the "number" of messages your eMail Provider allows. (Contact your email Provider for details. This would be AT&T, Charter, Yahoo, Google, AOL, etc.)
When To Buy A New Mac
- This is an 19-page PDF file which contains information and comparisons of the latest Macintosh models. View it on-screen or print it out. Created by combing through Apple's Macintosh specifications, as well as current "rumors", the charts will help you get a quick overview of various features and the other information will help you become a more informed buyer.
- This item was last updated on 4/2/08
Should You Upgrade Your Mac OS X?
- This 6-page PDF file contains information on the latest Macintosh Operating System. View it on-screen or print it out. There's even a quick-reference chart showing which versions are usually more stable than others.
- This item was last updated on 6/11/08 (Simply added "10.6, Snow Leopard" to the list of Mac OS versions.)
MACS Resoures DVDs
- Each DVD contains over 2GB (gigabytes) of shareware, trial versions of commercial software, "How-To" tips, etc. They also contain direct links to each items Web page. For a complete list of all the items on each DVD, download these files:
- M.A.C.S. Resources 1: November 2005
- M.A.C.S. Resources 2: April 2006
- M.A.C.S. Resources 3: July 2006
- M.A.C.S. Resources 4: October 2006
- M.A.C.S. Resources 5: April 2007
- M.A.C.S. Resources 6: July 2007 (Contains "Designing Web Sites - 101")
- M.A.C.S. Resources 7: December 2007
- M.A.C.S. Resources 8: February 2009
- After viewing the contents of these DVDs, if you would like to purchase one or all of them (as supplies last), visit a M.A.C.S. meeting and see the "Resource Librarian". Each of these DVDs is just $5.
- Quantities are limited.
- This item was last updated on 2/14/08
MACS Membership Form
- This form is provided here as a convenient method for current members to renew their M.A.C.S. membership.
- This form is not to be given to non-members.
- NOTE: When filling out this form, please complete each line. Even though you provided us with your information last year, one or two items may have changed or we may not have been able to read your handwriting. Please PRINT CLEARLY and enter your current data. We DO NOT share your information with anyone. Member's information helps us when making decisions as to which direction M.A.C.S. should go in the future.
- This item was last updated on 9/14/07
Mail-Order Discounts
- MacMall and MacConnection have been kind enough to extend their best pricing to our members. The details are in this document.
- MUG Store discount information is also listed in this file.
- This item was last updated on 7/5/08
Become A MACS Reviewer
- Here are the details on how you can review a Macintosh-related product for M.A.C.S.. It explains the qualification requirements, your obligations and benefits.
- This item was last updated on 12/13/05
Discounts On Training Videos
- Magnet Media and Total Training are offering M.A.C.S. members a discount on all of their video training products. For details and the special code you'll need, visit our downloads page and download the file "Discounts On Training Videos".
- This item was last updated on 2/14/07
Alien Skin Discounts
- A company which makes plug-ins for Adobe Photoshop (AlienSkin Software), is offering M.A.C.S. members a very nice discount on their products.
- This item was last updated on 4/1/03
Discounts On Books
- Two publishers (Peachpit Press and O'Reilly) are offering our members discounts on their Macintosh-related books.
- This item was last updated on 11/11/06
Nova Development Discount
- This company makes GREAT clip-art collections (Art Explosion) as well as a greeting card-making program (Print Explosion). This file explains how our members can get a discount on Nova Development's products for Macintosh.
Macintosh Cutouts
- This compressed (zip) file contains documents which were gathered from the Internet. Each document contains a flattened image of a Macintosh or iPod. Print out a file, cut aronud the edges with scissors and fold at the seams (and maybe add a drop of glue, piece of tape or dab of gluestick). When finished, you'll have a real-life, 3D miniature of your favorite Apple product. Some of the products are: iMac (the original "Classic" design), G4 Cube, Cinema Display, eMac, PowerMac G4 QuickSilver, iPod Mini and MacPlus (from 1986). Believe it or not, someone has also created a cutout of an iMac Flat Panel (the one where the screen hovers over the half-dome)! There are some VERY creative people out there!
- This item was last updated on 9/21/04
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