According to the new report, nearly 50% of all macOS malware only comes from one source: MacKeeper, which purports…
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iPhone ‘Other’ storage: What is it and how do you delete it?
You’re trying to download and install the latest iOS release, or take some photos…
Apple shares new iPhone tips videos which cover Face ID, Live Photos, and more
Apple has debuted five new videos covering iPhone operation…
‘Donald’ debuts on ‘Top 100 Worst Passwords of 2018’ list
Bad habits die hard, according to SplashData’s eighth annual list of Worst Passwords of the Year…
No, you should not be routinely force closing apps on your iPhone and iPad
Is force closing apps good for my iPhone? Is it actually bad for it?
iPhone and iPad users: Do not regularly force quit apps by swiping them away, warn experts
It’s a huge technical advantage that iOS holds over Android…
My ‘Hackintosh mini’ parts list
I recently built a computer…
Choosing the best VPN for your Mac
Mac users can get somewhat complacent about security, but they shouldn’t…
How to rescue your Mac from malware corruption
I’d never seen an attack like this on a Mac before in my life, and finding this kind of full-Mac hijack is very rare…
One in four Wi-Fi hotspots is a security nightmare
A quarter of the world’s Wi-Fi networks are so insecure that the only thing stopping hackers…
Travelers: Keep your data secure by using a virtual private network
Even when your goal is to get away from it all, sometimes necessity requires that you stay in touch…
Malwarebytes warns of new Mac malware that could fool less-technical users
If a user tries to open a file for which they don’t have a corresponding app…
How to keep your Mac from automatically switching to other Wi-Fi networks
Why does my Mac keep switching to another Wi-Fi network? How do I make it stay on my network?
This home VPN router setup protects your data wherever you are
It is possible — and increasingly common — for malicious people to ‘sniff’ traffic on public Wi-Fi networks…
Dvorak: You need a VPN, or you’re screwed
I’ve been using various VPNs for at least 15 years, maybe longer…
Apple’s software SVP: Quitting multitasking apps in iOS not necessary
Somehow, it has become a part of mainstream culture for iPhone and iPad users to quit all their apps..
MacKeeper scamware leaks 13 million Mac owners’ data, leaves passwords open to easy cracking
Do not install MacKeeper…
Security researcher claims to have downloaded sensitive data from 13 million accounts of MacKeeper scamware app
I have recently downloaded over 13 million sensitive account details related to MacKeeper: names, email addresses, usernames, password hashes, computer name, ip address…
MacKeeper buyers ask for refunds in droves following class-action lawsuit
The number of claimants has surprised even experienced class-action attorneys…
MacKeeper customers can file a claim to get their money back
Those who bought MacKeeper have until November 30 to file a claim for reimbursement…
Don’t waste your money on OS X snake oil for your Mac
Unlike Apple’s OS X for Macs, Microsoft’s Windows is not UNIX and Windows cannot protect itself…
How to detect and remove MacKeeper and keylogger malware on your Mac
You don’t want MacKeeper…
Meet OS X Yosemite Extensions
As with many things, it’s been long enough that Extensions have come back around…
You’ll shudder when you see what Google knows about your web searches
You may find yourself squirming when you realise Google never forgets…
Controversial MacKeeper security program opens critical hole on Mac computers
A critical vulnerability in MacKeeper…
How to get rid of Comcast’s xfinitywifi
In 2014 Comcast created a public network…
How to remove unwanted adware that displays pop-up ads and graphics on your Mac
Use these instructions to uninstall or remove ad-injection software…
How to: Rebuild your iTunes library
Every now and then, an iTunes Library shows problems…
How to cull your iPhoto library of duplicates and bad photos
Over 50,000 photos in iPhoto, with many duplicates…
Unlocking OS X Disk Utility’s hidden secrets
One of OS X’s most versatile utilities is Disk Utility…
How and why you should use a VPN to protect your data’s final mile
Imagine the Internet as a series of pipes — seriously….
Fight spam and protect your privacy by disabling remote content in Apple Mail
We all hate spam…
iTunes syncing is broken: Apple, please fix it
iTunes syncing is broken and it can only be fixed by Apple…
You got an Apple TV? Here are some handy tips and tricks
The latest Apple TV may be two years old, but it still makes a good gift idea…
How to uninstall MacKeeper from your Mac
Many people I’ve encountered are confused about how to delete MacKeeper…
Setting up a new Mac: Migrate or clean install?
If you’ve just bought a new Mac…
iOS 8 mistakes that make you look dumb
Some users have claimed their iOS device runs slower since they installed iOS 8…
Bad guys listening in? Take steps to avoid public Wi-Fi snooping
If you don’t want to provide random people access to your Mac…
A detailed look at iTunes Match: What it is and how it can make iTunes better for you
Apple launched iTunes Match three years ago to much fanfare…
Rescue your Mac from having too many photos in iPhoto
880 billion photos will be taken this year alone…