Apple’s library of Mac apps
Apple’s library of Mac apps rivals that of the best Windows apps. macOS Big Sur offers an even greater integration and compatibility with iOS apps for iPad and iPhone. You can do pretty much anything you wish on your Mac - design, photo-editing, productivity,...
App not responding on Mac?
App not responding on Mac? If an app on your Mac isn’t responding, you can generally force quit it by following these steps: - Click the Apple logo in the top left of your screen. - Click “Force Quit” to bring up a list of all apps that are currently open on your...
Antivirus software
Antivirus software… how much do we know about it except for its definition “a program that regularly scans your device for some or all known malicious software.” Just like vaccines are designed to protect you against different diseases, antivirus programs secure your...
Many computer problems are tricky to diagnose
Many computer problems are tricky to diagnose because there are so many potential causes. In fact, it's often not apparent whether a problem is being caused by hardware or software. Such is the case with a problematic laptop keyboard! Sticky keys, driver issues, or a...
What makes a password secure?
What makes a password secure? Well, no password is fully immune to hacking, but there are certain guidelines that you can follow to protect your account: A password should be 16 characters long or more. Surprisingly 45% of Americans use passwords of 8 characters or...
Is an 8-core 16-inch MacBook Pro worth buying?
A while ago, I got an email from someone who was asking if it was worth buying a new MacBook Pro. He wanted to know whether the 16-inch Core i7 model would be good enough for his needs. The only way to answer this question is to run some tests after getting your hands...