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Gain quick access to log files in 10.5

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Use a new feature in OS X 10.5’s Console program for fast access to certain log files.

See more AirPort Extreme Base Station radio modes

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If you’re using an AirPort Extreme Base Station on a network without 802.11n-capable machines, you can use a hidden feature in AirPort Utility to set a non-802.11n radio mode.

Easily review trashed files in OS X 10.5

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Learn a very easy way in OS X 10.5 to make sure that the file you’ve thrown into the trash is the one you really meant to throw away.

Add more folders to the Media Browser

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The Media Browser in iWork applications (and in the Open dialog of many OS X 10.5 programs) can be customized by adding folders you’d like to see.

Move 10.5’s help windows to different spaces

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In Leopard’s Spaces, moving the help window to another space can be tricky. But here’s how you do it.

Select hidden drop-down menu choices via keyboard

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Learn how to activate menu items on certain drop-down menus without first opening those menus.

Browse PDFs, organize bookmarks in Firefox 3

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Learn how to view PDFs in Firefox 3, and a tricky way to organize bookmarks in folders on your bookmarks toolbar.

Combine multiple iCal calendars

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Learn a simple way to combine multiple iCal calendars into one new calendar.

Add full-page zooming to WebKit

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Learn how to implement a full-page (text, images, etc.) zoom feature in the WebKit version of the Safari browser.

Start Safari’s private browsing via keyboard shortcut

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Learn how to create a keyboard shortcut that jumps directly into Safari’s private browsing mode—and use this technique on certain other menu options as well.

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