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So, a new version of macOS has just been released and you’re eager to experience it for yourself – but resist the urge to install this update straight away! Although updating your Mac is usually pretty straightforward and error-free, there’s always a chance that you might be one of the unlucky few who do encounter […]
There’s several reasons why you might want to revert to an earlier version of macOS – perhaps you rely on an app that’s incompatible with the latest and greatest release; maybe you installed an experimental beta and it’s causing some problems, or perhaps you hate the direction that Apple are taking macOS, and you’re craving […]
No matter how big your Mac’s memory, inevitably you’re going to download enough apps and create enough files, to fill up that memory! If you’re getting low memory warnings, or your Mac is running more slowly than before, then you can often free up a tonne of space, by deleting unwanted apps. While your first […]
There’s nothing quite as frustrating as slow or intermittent Internet! In this article, I’ll show you how to test the speed and quality of your Internet connection, using MacOS’ built-in ‘ping’ command. And, if you’re struggling to even get online, I’ll also be demonstrating how you can use this command to test whether the connection […]
Most of us keep the same email address for years. If you take a peek at your email account, then chances are you have a few hundred, or perhaps even a few thousand emails cluttering up your inbox – but if you use macOS’ Mail app, then there might also be a few thousand email […]
When your Mac goes wrong, the first step to fixing the problem, is working out what caused that problem in the first place! Regardless of whether you plan to fix the issue yourself, or pass your Mac along to technical support, the first step should always be gathering more information. The good news is that […]
Creating regular Time Machine backups is essential for ensuring you never lose access to your important files and data. Previously, we’ve covered how to create a Time Machine backup, how to check that your backups aren’t corrupted, and even how to use your Mac as a networked Time Machine drive, but what should you do […]
Glaring white backgrounds aren’t always the easiest thing to look at, especially late at night, and there’s even evidence to suggest that exposure to certain kinds of light can play havoc with your sleep patterns. While you can give specific webpages a darker look using Safari’s Reader Mode, not all websites support Reader Mode. If […]
Did you know that your Mac keeps a record of everything you’ve ever download? Even if you deleted a file years ago, it will still show up in this log, so by default your Mac has a complete list of everything you’ve ever downloaded, from the moment you first switched it on. If your Mac […]
Phishing is an ever-evolving type of fraud that can occur both online and offline, and can result in scammers gaining access to your personal information, such as your email address, passwords, and even your credit card details. To help ensure your private information stays private, in this article I’m going to give you the tools […]
Your Mac’s battery has a limited lifespan and will degrade over time. There’s plenty of techniques you can use, to ensure your battery remains healthier, for longer, but if you really want to get the most out of your battery, then you’ll need to monitor its health over time. This type of long-term monitoring helps […]
No matter how large your hard drive, chances are you’ll manage to fill it up at some point! If you’re encountering warnings about the amount of available disk space, then the first step is checking where all of this space has disappeared to. Once you have this information, you’ll know exactly which files and folders […]
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