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Should I update my Mac to 10.11.5?
Download 10.11.5 Combo Update and install it the "pro" way. Should you install the 10.11.5 update on your Mac? Probably yes
Should I Update My Mac to 10.11.4?
Wondering whether you should upgrade to 10.11.4? This article helps you decide. Includes info for Macs on 10.11 and for Macs on older systems.
How to watch Apple’s March 21st 2016 keynote
You can watch Apple's March 21st keynote presentation using an iPhone, an iPad, a Mac, or an Apple TV. Here's a link to the replay.
How to Make “Recent Items” More Useful
Increase the number of items in the Apple Menu's Recent Items list from the default 10 to 50 and increase your odds of finding what you want.
How to Turn On the Mac’s Scroll Bars
Scroll bars give you visual information at a glance, IF they're turned on. They're off by default. Here's how to turn them on.
Mac OS X 10.11.3 update: don’t do it
I’m seeing a lot of problems with Apple's 10.11.3 update. If you’ve already installed the 10.11.3 update and everything seems fine, consider yourself lucky; if you haven’t installed it, play it safe and don’t install it. I've never seen a more problematic update. UPDATE: the 10.11.4 update is out and I've seen zero problems with... Continue Reading →
Mac Productivity Apps 50% off at the App Store
UPDATE: the sale is over. But, the apps are still great. Check them out and if you don't get them now, put them on your wish list. Apple is discounting productivity apps by 50% for a limited time. Apps include: 1Password (best password manager-- syncs with iOS counterpart) Magnet (tiles windows on your screen-- neaten... Continue Reading →
1Password password manager half off
1Password is the best password manager and you can get it at a discount.
How to recognize phony virus scams on Mac and iPhone
Most of the blog posts I write are positive, upbeat, "Looky what you can do with your Apple thing!" articles. Lots of how-tos, lots of reviews, all designed to help you do more with your Macs, iPhones, and iPads. Basically, I show you what to do. This time, I'm going to show you what not... Continue Reading →