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The best widgets for Mac and how to use them

November 01, 2023

This article explains how to add, manage, and customize widgets in Notification Center and on the desktop, and suggests some of the most useful widgets for different purposes.

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: 9 expert insights that you should know

October 26, 2023

The theme of this year's program is "Cyber Safety Starts With YOU." The responsibility for cybersecurity extends beyond the realm of IT professionals; it encompasses each individual's ability to improve the safety of the digital landscape by cultivating small but powerful habits.

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How to share passwords safely

October 24, 2023

Discover the safest ways to share passwords – Password managers like Keychain and Secrets 4, plus Airdrop and Safari

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How to scan for viruses on Mac

March 04, 2024

We explain how to detect malware on Mac (both with virus checker software and manually), as well as how to protect your Mac from getting infected in the first place.

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The best ways to recover an unsaved Word document on Mac

June 09, 2023

When you need to recover Word document Mac computers don’t respond well to the retrieval process. Microsoft Word is a third party app, and Apple doesn’t automatically save its documents to icloud as it does with apps like Pages.

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How to unblock YouTube

April 12, 2023

YouTube is banned in many regions around the world. Luckily, it is possible to unblock YouTube videos and we’ll explain the top five ways how to do it in this article.

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How to restore Mac run out of application memory

March 22, 2023

Learn how to fix common application memory issues, manage memory usage, and free up disk space on your Mac.

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How to choose a good Mac temperature monitor?

March 29, 2024

Discover the best Mac temperature monitor apps and learn how to check your device's performance stats, CPU, and battery levels to protect it for years of use.

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How to download Facebook videos to Mac

March 28, 2024

Looking to download Facebook videos to a Mac? We’ll show you how

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How to remove Search Marquis from your Mac

March 27, 2024

Find the fastest ways for how to get rid of Search Marquis on Mac and learn why this virus appears in the first place.

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The best iPhone cleaner apps in 2024

March 26, 2024

Find the best iPhone cleaner app available today and learn how to clean up iPhones quickly and keep them optimized.

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Top Mac apps for college students: reach new academia heights

March 26, 2024

Discover the best apps for students - from useful apps that help you stay focused while studying to a robust personal finance software. Find out how to make your college life easier!

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How to restart your MacBook

March 26, 2024

Experiencing MacBook trouble? Try refreshing it with a system reboot. Read our helpful guide to learn how to restart your MacBook and boost future performance.

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Top archiver apps for Mac

March 25, 2024

Discover top file compression apps, compare their features, and learn how to use them effectively to unpack, store, and share files on Mac.

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How to delete iCloud photos

March 25, 2024

In this article, we explain how to delete photos from iCloud storage and your iOS devices, so you don’t have to pay for a storage plan upgrade.

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How does the ChatGPT actually work [+ alternative AI tools]

March 25, 2024

You don't need to enable third-party cookies to use ChatGPT, but your privacy is still at risk. Don't share confidential data when prompting ChatGPT.

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Top ad blocker apps for Mac

March 22, 2024

Explore the top ad blockers for Mac and pick the best one for your needs to stop ads, cookies, and trackers from following you around the web.

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How to allow 3rd party cookies on Mac

March 21, 2024

You can enable third-party cookies on Safari and remove them later to safeguard your privacy. Learn how to do that on your Mac easily.

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The best GIF makers for Mac

March 20, 2024

Find out the easiest and most efficient way to create short animations on your Mac, plus discover the best GIF screen recorder and converter apps available today.

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