How to record movies from a Comcast DVR to a Mac

You can record movies from your Comcast DVR (or any DVR) to your Mac following these simple steps. What you'll need: EasyCap USB audio/vidoeo adapter. You can get one for about $25 on Amazon and can also use it for converting those old VHS or Hi-8 tapes from your old camcorder. Mac driver (EasyCapViewer for Mac). I'm running Mac OSX…

How to set up TV Remote on a Wii U

The Nintendo Wii U is Nintendo’s newest console, and brings some amazing new mechanics. For example, it has a second screen on the gamepad, and it can control your TV. It might be a little confusing setting up TV Control for the first time, so just follow these steps. On your Wii U home menu, navigate into the system settings.…

Videocasting tools for teachers and educators

Question: I’d like to put together some training videos for teachers in my district. It’s just too hard to get everyone together in the same building, and too expensive to arrange travel for everyone in the current economy.

What tools are available for recording videos or facilitating online training sessions?

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Transfer files wirelessly from one Mac to another using Airdrop

Macs have a built-in way of letting you transfer files from one Mac to another using Airdrop over a wireless network connection. According to Apple: "AirDrop lets you quickly send files, clippings, webpages, and more to anyone near you—wirelessly. AirDrop doesn’t require passwords, setup, or special settings. It makes sharing with neighbors as simple as dragging and dropping." I tried…