Two Techniques for Improving Google Chrome Security
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If you use Google Chrome or another Chromium browser instead of Safari, you can stay secure by following two simple rules regarding updates and extensions.
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Choosing the Best Mac for a College-Bound Student in 2024
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Which Mac is best for a college student in 2024? Our short answer is either the 13-inch or 15-inch M3 MacBook Air, although students with significant processing needs (like audio or video editing) might consider the 14-inch MacBook Pro.
Read MorePrep Your Tech for Travel
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Planning a vacation this summer? A little tech prep can help ensure that your devices don’t let you down while you’re away. We have advice for what to bring, essential apps, and more.
Read MoreTame the Tangle! Quick Cable Management Tips
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Do you have a rat’s nest of random cables behind your Mac? Follow our quick tips to bring order to the mess, reduce the chance of accidents, and avoid degraded data signals.
Read MoreHow to Make Productive Use of Generative AI Chatbots and Artbots
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Generative AI is all the rage, but what if you want to use it to create more than bad essays and surreal images? We explain how to make the most of AI chatbots and artbots, and how to benefit from AI-powered search engines.
Read MoreAt WWDC, Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence and Previews New OS Features
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At yesterday’s Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple announced a treasure trove of new features in its upcoming operating system upgrades, including practical, everyday improvements and impressive AI-based capabilities.
Read MoreSorry, Apple Isn’t Going to Update the 27-inch iMac with Apple Silicon
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Sorry, 27-inch iMac lovers, but Apple isn’t going to release a 27-inch iMac with Apple silicon chips. We explain why and run down the upgrade options for those who need to move on.
Read MoreDid You Know Most Mac Apps Keep Versions of Your Documents as You Work?
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If you ever regret making a change too long ago to revert using Undo, try the versioning capabilities in many macOS apps that let you view, copy data from, and revert to previous versions of a document.
Read MoreAudit Your Trusted Device Lists for Greater Security
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We all accumulate “trusted devices” in our Apple, Google, and password manager accounts, but it’s important to remove devices you no longer use because they could be security risks.
Read MoreApple Introduces New iPad Air, iPad Pro, Apple Pencil Pro, and Magic Keyboard
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Apple has released new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air and iPad Pro models, plus a new Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro. We round up the new features and provide advice on what to consider for your next iPad.
Read MoreApple’s iCloud Keychain Password Management Is All Many People Need
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Apple’s iCloud Keychain password manager keeps improving, and we now recommend it, especially for those not already using a third-party password manager. Here’s how to use iCloud Keychain to store and enter secure passwords.
Read MoreHow to Sync Your Text Messages across All Your Apple Devices
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One of the best parts of Apple’s tight platform integration is that you can view your text messages on all your devices. Or at least you can if you get everything set correctly.
Read MoreSPF, DKIM, and DMARC: What They Are and Why You Need Them
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To ensure phishers don’t forge email from your domain to use in their attacks on your organization and others, you must implement SPF, DKIM, and DMARC. We explain the basics, and we’re happy to help with the setup.
Read MoreSix Reasons Why You Should Restart Your Mac Periodically
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You can go for weeks or months without restarting your Mac, but it’s a good idea to restart more frequently to increase security, avoid or resolve problems, get updates, and generally clear your Mac’s decks.
Read MoreTake Advantage of the Reference Library in Your Mac
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When you’re reading on your Mac, there’s no excuse for not knowing what a word means, even when it’s in another language. Apple provides several shortcuts for looking up any word in macOS’s reference books.
Read MoreChanging Passwords Periodically Doesn’t Increase Security
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Security experts no longer recommend password expiration policies that require users to change their passwords periodically. Here’s why.
Read MoreThe Importance of Staying Updated
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We know it seems like your Apple devices are constantly asking you to install an update. Other than for major upgrades, we recommend updating shortly after updates appear so you can take advantage of bug fixes, security updates, and new features.
Read MoreFor the Best Mac Webcam, Use Your iPhone
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Many of us spend significant chunks of the workday on video calls, and the best way to improve your onscreen look is with a better webcam, which you can probably find in your pocket. Learn how to use your iPhone as your Mac’s webcam here.
Read MoreLoose Lips Sink Chips: Beware What You Say to AI Chatbots
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Privacy concerns are starting to crop up around conversations held with AI chatbots. For safety’s sake, never share anything with a chatbot that you wouldn’t tell a stranger.
Read MoreApple Announces New MacBook Air Lineup with M3 Chip
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Apple has announced 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models based on the M3 chip. Along with faster performance, they can drive two external displays when the MacBook Air’s lid is closed. Read our buying advice here:
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