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Mini’app’les Social and Q&A Meeting, Tuesday January 2 at 7:00 p.m.

December 26, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
Illustration of person sitting at a computer on a video conference waving to the other meeting participants

Social and Q&A Meeting

Come join us for a virtual social and Q&A meeting! There is no set topic and you can come and go as you want. You can also bring any questions or problems you have that you’ve been wrestling with.

DATE

Tuesday, January 2

TIME

7:00 – 8:00 PM

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Request Access Link
Category: Meeting Announcements

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting – December 19 – Notes & Links

December 20, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
A macOS window with the word "AD" crossed out.

Ad Blockers

  • Wipr on the App Store
  • Vinegar – Tube Cleaner on the App Store
  • Magic Lasso Adblock – Fast ad block for iPhone, iPad and Mac
  • uBlock Origin – Free, open-source ad content blocker.
  • AdBlocker Ultimate – Get this Extension for 🦊 Firefox (en-US)
  • Pi-hole – Network-wide Ad Blocking
  • NextDNS – The new firewall for the modern Internet
  • NextDNS – Which setup type to use?
  • NextDNS CLI (Command Line Interface) client (DoH Proxy) – for installing on Raspberry Pi or router
  • DuckDuckGo for Mac
  • How Safari’s New Intelligent Tracking Prevention Works
  • Enhanced Tracking Protection in Firefox for desktop
  • Use Safe Browsing in Google Chrome
  • Brave – Secure, Fast, & Private Web Browser with Adblocker
Category: Meeting Notes & Links, Topic Meetings

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting, Tuesday December 19 at 6:00 p.m.

December 7, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
A macOS window with the word "AD" crossed out.

Ad Blockers

*** Please note: This meeting will be both in-person and online. ***

We last discussed ad blockers in May 2020. How has the ad blocking landscape changed since then? What the heck is going on with Google Chrome ad blockers and do we all need to start paying for YouTube to not have to sit through countless ads?? Did you know that pretty much everything you use is tracking you and sending telemetry data back?

Let’s discuss browser extensions and DNS services that can help block ads and trackers and keep you safer online.

DATE

Tuesday, December 19

TIME

6:00 – 8:00 PM

IN-PERSON

Southdale Library (2nd Floor Conference Room)
7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435
Google Maps / Apple Maps

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Category: Meeting Announcements, Topic Meetings

Mini’app’les Social and Q&A Meeting, Tuesday December 5 at 7:00 p.m.

November 28, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
Illustration of person sitting at a computer on a video conference waving to the other meeting participants

Social and Q&A Meeting

Come join us for a virtual social and Q&A meeting! There is no set topic and you can come and go as you want. You can also bring any questions or problems you have that you’ve been wrestling with.

DATE

Tuesday, December 5

TIME

7:00 – 8:00 PM

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Request Access Link
Category: Meeting Announcements

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting – November 21 – Notes & Links

November 27, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
Close-up view of the ports of a CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 hub

Thunderbolt Hubs and Adapters

  • OWC Thunderbolt Dock with Thunderbolt cable
  • Mokin 15-IN-1 Thunderbolt 4 Adapter with Triple Monitor Dock
  • FusionDock Max 1 – iVANKY
  • Anker 543 USB-C Hub (6-in-1, Slim) – Anker US
  • Anker 543 USB-C Hub (6-in-1, Slim) – Amazon
  • Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1) – Anker US
  • Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1) – Amazon
  • DisplayPort over USB-C
  • USB-C Power Delivery – Everything you need to know
  • Satechi USB-C On-the-Go Multiport Adapter – Satechi
  • Satechi USB-C On-the-Go Multiport Adapter – Amazon
Category: Meeting Notes & Links, Topic Meetings
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Welcome to the Minnesota Apple Computer Users’ Group based in the Twin Cities of metropolitan Minneapolis—St. Paul.

We’re a group of Apple users interested in sharing knowledge and experience with other Apple users and owners. Members vary from beginners to every day users to consultants. All ages are welcome. What we have in common is an interest and a desire to learn more about the Apple experience, regardless of focus. Within the group you’re bound to find someone with similar interests.

Come join us! There’s no obligation or cost to attend. Annual dues are very reasonable if you decide to join us.

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