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When typing on an iPhone or iPod touch, to end a sentence quickly and get ready to start the next one, double tap the Space bar. You'll insert a period followed by a space. You can turn this shortcut on or off via the Shortcut slider in Settings > General > Keyboard.

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VPN Article Update -- Kevin van Haaren posts some updates to his article about virtual private networks from last week's issue. (3 messages)

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iBook and peripheral questions -- A reader looking for iBook buying advice receives a heap of information ranging from screen quality (the 12-inch and 14-inch models feature the same resolution, for example) to buying AppleCare and finding the best price overall. (39 messages)

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Tech support forums -- Which tools make it easier for companies to track user feedback and bug reports? A reader soon to start a new job gets insight. (5 messages)

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Software for editing and printing multiple timed streams -- A reader needs to synchronize printed text with audio and video, and is looking for software solutions to make it happen. (3 messages)

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