World Brain Day Special: Backup Tips and Freezer Hacks
Jul 22, 2024
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Guest Adam Christianson joins Mac Geek Gab for World Brain Day special! Quick tips on using ChatGPT, backup drives for Time Machine, Apple Watch features, and Paste app. Learn about Bluetooth temp sensors, managing email overload with SaneBox, and tips on migrating to Synology DS423+. Don't miss Cool Stuff Found segment!
Efficient file syncing with Resilio Sync for home and work computers.
Seamless migration to Synology DS423+ for improved performance and features.
Upgrade to Synology drives for enhanced system performance and capacity.
Deep dives
Efficient File Syncing with Resilio Sync
Resilio Sync, formerly known as BitTorrent Sync, can offer a solution for efficient file syncing between your Mac at home and work. By using this robust protocol, Resilio Sync allows for peer-to-peer file syncing without relying on an external server, ensuring a direct connection between your devices. This method avoids the limitations and slow speeds experienced with cloud storage services and provides a secure and private option for syncing your files.
Smooth Transition to Synology DS 423 Plus
Adam successfully executed a seamless transition to the Synology DS 423 Plus, ensuring a hassle-free migration of his data and applications. Despite minor login issues, the process went smoothly, highlighting the benefits of upgrading to a more advanced model that offers improved performance and features, such as GPU-assisted transcoding for Plex. The transition showcases the simplicity and effectiveness of upgrading Synology units while maintaining data integrity.
System Partition Expansion on Synology Drives
The two gigabyte system partition on Synology drives, dedicated to the operating system, has evolved to an eight gigabyte partition in newer drives. This upgrade aims to enhance system performance and accommodate future requirements. As older drives are replaced with newer ones featuring an eight gigabyte system partition, users like Adam may experience improved operational efficiency and expanded system capacity for better scalability and functionality.
Troubleshooting Music Sync on Apple Watch
If you're experiencing your playlist being stuck on the same songs on your Apple Watch, you can troubleshoot by turning off and re-adding the synced playlist. This process involves checking the synced music on your Watch app, removing and re-adding the playlist, ensuring all songs are downloaded to your phone, and then syncing the playlist back to your watch. By following this method, you can address issues where only a portion of songs are available for playback.
Reviving Network Utility with Devon Technologies
Devon Technologies offers a revived version of the Network Utility previously bundled by Apple, along with other freeware apps on their platform. This resurrection of the utility provides users with a range of networking tools and functionalities for managing network-related tasks. If you miss the convenience of the original Network Utility, checking out Devon Technologies' freeware offerings could be a valuable resource for your networking needs.
Get ready for Mac Geek Gab 1047 with Dave, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson, dropping knowledge on World Brain Day! Kick off with quick tips: forgetful moments? Use ChatGPT. It also helps summarize Zoom meeting notes. Pilot Pete then shows us how to manually select backup drives for Time Machine. Discover clever uses for your Apple Watch and streamline your clipboard with the Paste app. Get the lowdown on remote Bluetooth temp sensors for your fridge and freezers. Remember, “Don’t Get Caught” without these handy tricks!
Tackle your tech questions head-on: Larry finds the best way to add album artwork to Apple Music, and your three favorite geeks help Mark master file syncing between home and work with Resilio Sync. Adam shares his experience migrating to a new Synology DS423+ and handling Plex. Jeffrey has his Apple Watch music woes solved, while Rand gets tips on managing email overload by using SaneBox. Don’t miss Cool Stuff Found, from de-reverb plugins to disposable email addresses, and DEVONthink’s email archive tools. Stay savvy and never get caught unprepared!
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:21:14 Larry-How to get Album Artwork into Apple Music?
