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Turn Off Filename Extension Warning

In Leopard, Apple fixed an annoying aspect of working with the Finder in Tiger. Previously, if you changed a file's extension, the Finder prompted for confirmation. But since no one has ever accidentally changed a filename extension, Apple thankfully added an option to turn that warning off in the Leopard Finder's preferences. Choose Finder > Preferences, and in the Advanced screen, deselect Show Warning Before Changing an Extension.

 

 

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Mac Pro Audio Update 1.0

Apple's Mac Pro Audio Update 1.0 for early 2009 Mac Pro models comes only with terse release notes, stating that the update "reduces processor utilization during audio activities such as playing or recording music." More information regarding installation steps is available on Apple's Web site. The update is available via Software Update and the Apple Support Downloads page. (Free, 1.64 MB)

 

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