How to show hidden files on Mac using Terminal

Open up terminal and then copy pase or simply type in

To show all hidden files

>> defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles True
>> killall Finder

To un show hidden files 

>>defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles False
>>Killall Finder


Note: The command and arguments are case sensitive so type in the same way i did without missing the capitalisation.(">>" Dont include this while typing command, i typed this for showing purposes only)

Must have mac apps 2013

1. iwork suite (Office Suite)
Just like microsoft , its an integrated package from apple, It includes Pages , Numbers , Keynote. They are  pretty easy to use and cheap compared to that of microsoft.

2. Pixelmator (Photo Editor)
It's an alternative to Photoshop , It uses Macos X library to edit you photos. It can do nearly every pro photo editing like photoshop. Since adobe is moving for creative cloud , I would recommend pixelmator for every pros who hate expensive creative cloud fees.

3. Uberstrike (Games)
Its an awesome game , every gamer who has ever played counter strike will surely be in love with this game . In app purchases are seriously expensive and you have to strive hard to get into higher rank and get serious ammunitions.

4. Tor browser (anonymity)
Its for those who want serious anonymity. It comes with its own browser and own settings , so you dont have to be a pro to use a Tor. You can also change your identity and do some serious stuffs. I highly recommend downloading Tor.

5. Vuze (Torrent client)
Like bit torrent and utorrent  Vuze is a power house of torrent for mac. Its only for mac , It includes features like subscription, Inbuilt video converter for downloaded files and some other cool features you should probably check it out.

6. Pocket (Offline reading)
For those who cant leave safari for reading list , Pocket is the one. Its the most awesome offline reader or whatever you want to call it , you will ever see. It allows infinite saving of webpages . You can have pocket on your iphone, Ipad, android , mac and chrome browser. Just hit the button and your offline web page is ready.

7. VLC media player (Media Player)
Its the media player i dont have to say you should use it .Whole world uses it , World knows VLC.



Let me know which apps i missed and the apps you think must be listed as must have.

Firefox updated with full screen support for mac

If you are a hardcore fan of firefox and using MACOSX then this is the good news for you. After apple implemented the full screen apps on OSX lion- though it's too late finally firefox is also updated with this functionality. I dont want to describe a lot in here because its a exciting news , i just found out today (didn't know when the update was released) and I'm updating my firefox right now, what about you guys ? let me know in the comments below.

The HackStore

The HackStore is a epitome of cydia for ios , It is the cydia like application for macosx . It was just released yesterday and its a total new concept .  It is similar to the mac app store , In this hack store there would be applications that are not allowed in mac app store for some reason. Using this application you can expand the capabilities of your mac even further. In this hack store you can find some pretty cool application like tiny umbrella , counterstrike for macosx , other cool games and good utilities for your mac device.

image source: news.softopedia.com

This program is newly introduced - they just finished moving up their servers and have updated thier application to v 1.1 fixing some bugs and support for snow leopard. This application is much buggy like cydia did before , crashes all the time however, this can be a useful utility for those users wanting to expand the capabilities for their mac devices and wanting to have applications, games, utilities that are not available in mac app store.

Developers are working hard on fixing the bugs and crashes on this hack store for mac . lets hope they fix those bugs soon and hope that they will make this application more stable in near future.

Making most of MACOSX

1. Back up your mac using time machine app coz no one knows when disaster prevails.

2. use of some handy apps  like gas mask , ibooks author, iPhoto, iMovie, garageband, photo-booth, bloom, Ccleaner, Final-cut proX these apps would definitely help you to take to the  next level.

3. you can download iMessage beta app to send messages between iphone, iPod touch , iPad and mac too in-fact download them now, its highly recommended.

4.try games like blood and glory its my personal favorite and is highly recommended.

5. try downloading some privacy apps if your children use your mac too.

6.Never forget to utilize facility like iCloud you need apple id to sign in once signed in you can get access  address book, photo stream , and notes of your advices.