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Time Machine Backups for Mac

PDF document: Setting up Time Machine

Sharing a Keynote or PowerPoint Presentation in Zoom

When presenting in Zoom via Keynote or PowerPoint you want to present the slideshow in a window, then you can select that window in Zoom when sharing. This allows you to keep control of your computer and not have it go into full screen presentation mode. In Keynote In PowerPoint go to the Slideshow section […]

Accessing the FirstClass Archive Server

To access FirstClass Archive server – we recommend using a desktop computer. Install and use the current version of FirstClass desktop app/software. Previous versions of software may still function, however there may be unexpected behaviours if your software is too far out of date. For a  Mac computer, you can download the current version […]

Wrangling Zoom Links

Meeter is a free useful App that will read iCal Calendars and collect all the upcoming Zoom (and others) meeting links together. You just need to make sure the link is your Zimbra calendar entry. https://trymeeter.com To setup Meeter for you Zimbra events. 1. Make sure your Zimbra calendar is setup in you Mac Calendar […]

Zoom for Members

You may wish to set up a personal zoom account if you have not already. UNA does not use SSO sign in. Some meetings may allow guests to join without an account/login, however, the setting is configured by the meeting scheduler and may not be available for all meetings. Please set up your personal account […]

Sign a PDF

Using Apple Preview, included with every Mac, you can sign any PDF. No special software required. See this article for the steps for your specific operating system – select it at the top left of the web page: https://support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/preview/prvw35725/mac

Allow Pop-up windows in Safari

You can specify a specific website to override the setting, even if Safari’s default is set to block pop-ups. Launch Safari. Click on the program name “Safari” in the upper left corner of the screen – left of the  menu, and drag down to Preferences. If you do not see Safari next to the […]

Creating an Email Signature in Zimbra

Purpose To teach Zimbra end-users how to create an email signature (Zimbra Web Client and Zimbra Desktop). Resolution You can create an email signature using Zimbra Preferences. Click Signatures on the Preferences tab, then use the formatting options to create your email signature. Some good things to know when creating a signature are: Be sure […]

Mute Audio Alert Sounds – For Zoom & Conference Calls

Quick How To tip if you’d like to mute your Apple Mac computer’s notification sounds and to keep your Zoom/conference calls from being interrupted. Two methods: Option 1) In >System Preferences>Sound>Sound Effects look for the slider labeled “Alert Sounds” and drag the slider all the way to the left. Option 2) Automate the process before […]

Zoom – Tips and Tricks

While one’s experience using an online meeting tool is very dependent on the condition and traffic of your local internet, which can be out of your control. Here are a few things you can do to help. Tips for having the best Zoom experience: Be as close to your wireless router as possible, minimizing barriers […]