macOS Finder directory listing slow with QNAP NAS
Problem Accessing a QNAP network attached storage (NAS) file directory from macOS Finder could take 15-30 seconds. Solution in Finder, Open the root level of share click View, and uncheck Show…
US Postal Service Informed Delivery – see what will be in your mailbox
The US Postal Service is offering a free service that emails pictures of the first class mail you will be receiving in your physical mailbox. This can be…
Create a book index from a PDF using Word manuscript
Publishers often ask non-fiction book authors to create an index of their work. Creating an index is a non-trivial task often performed by people who specialize in creating indexes…
How to download Facebook photos and videos
Many people rely on Facebook to store photos, videos, and other information. However, this creates a worry that they won't be able to get back their data should their…
Wm. L. Gilbert parlor clock dated 1881
Background This clock is an 8 day time and strike on the hour and a large nickel half bell. The height is 20” and the width is 13”. The door…
Mumbai India Best Travel Sights
Three days is sufficient time to sample the highlights of Mumbai. Tourism usually starts in Colaba at the southern tip of the city. The video covers the key sights of the…
Selling fish at Marina beach
Chennai India best travel sights
Chennai India has some wonderful sights that could occupy 3 to 4 days of tourism. It is best to visit Chennai December through February when the temperatures average 80F/26C. This…
Free software alternatives
I am happy to pay for quality software. More software companies are changing from a one-time purchase to a subscription-based payment approach that costs more over the long-term. There are many…
Raspberry PI 3 with VGA monitor
An old monitor can be turned into a pretty decent computer and gaming machine. It is a fun project to do with kids. Parts and Materials Raspberry PI Model 3…