Did you know you can change the icons on your computer to something more fun and unique? The IconFactory has tons of cool free icons to choose from. Just find the sets you like and click on the Apple or Windows logo next to them to download to your computer. Browse IconFactory’s icons »
Here are instructions on how to customize your icons:
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If you use iChat or Adium and have multiple accounts (AOL, Yahoo, Gtalk), you probably have the program set to automatically log into all accounts when it starts up. But there might be times when you want to log into just one account or none at all.
All you need to do is hold down the shift key while opening your chat program. Once the application launches you can choose which accounts you want to log into.
Via Macworld
If you’re using AOL Instant Messenger (or a similar IM program) in an office setting, be respectful of your co-workers and disable the notification sounds. Those noises can be really distracting!
Here are instructions for the latest version of AIM:
Did you know that a messy computer desktop can actually slow your computer down? Each file on your desktop uses a bit of computer memory, and your computer needs memory in able to run efficiently. Try moving your files to your Documents folder, or just keep shortcuts on your Desktop to the folders and files you frequently use.
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