Mac
MacBook is a brand of Macintosh notebook computers designed and marketed by Apple Inc. that use Apple’s macOS operating system since 2006.
The Complete Guide to macOS 27 Golden Gate
A Mac on Big Sur can skip straight to macOS 27 without the versions between.
13 macOS 27 Golden Gate Tips Worth Knowing
Two settings moved in this release without Apple saying so.
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How macOS Protects Its Own System Files From Malware
The macOS you are running is a read-only snapshot, not the volume itself.
How to Securely Erase a Mac Drive Before Selling It
Deleting a file only marks its space as available to be overwritten later.
Do Macs Need Antivirus Software? What Apple Already Does
After decades of using it, this author does not run any on his own Mac.
Which Mac Sharing Services Are Safe to Turn On
VNC passwords are notoriously easy to crack, and the option is on by default.
The Difference Between Security, Privacy and Anonymity
You can have privacy without security, like a changing room with a curtain.
The Mac Privacy and Security Settings Worth Changing
Set the lock to Immediately, or anyone can jiggle the mouse and read your files.
Do You Need More Security Than Apple’s Defaults?
Phishing and social engineering overtook malware as the main risk years ago.
How Private Your Files Really Are on a Shared Mac
Anyone with an administrator account can read every file on the Mac.
How to See Which Login Items and Extensions Load on a Mac
Automatic login unlocks your keychain the moment the Mac powers on.
Why an App Won’t Open on Your Mac, and What to Do
Unsigned software is usually harmless, and occasionally it is malware.
