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Category Archive: Macs

Recent High Sierra and Security Updates patched a serious Bluetooth bug

Most Macs have suffered from a serious security vulnerability in Bluetooth which could allow a third party to […]

July 24, 2018 Macs, Technology

Looking at natural language processing in macOS Mojave

As shown at WWDC, 10.14 can parse natural language text into its parts of speech. Here’s a demo app for beta-testers, to give an idea of its powers.

July 23, 2018 Language, Macs, Technology

Last Week on My Mac: Is XProtect dead, or about to be replaced?

XProtect’s data files haven’t been updated since 13 March 2018 – a period of 120 days. Is it being replaced in Mojave? What happens to those still using High Sierra and earlier?

July 22, 2018 Macs, Technology

Look it up in Dictionary

The macOS Dictionary app may appear dull and unnecessary, but gives offline access to reputable dictionaries completely free of charge.

July 21, 2018 Language, Macs, Technology

Signposts for performance: 1 introduction

New tools for developers, scripters, and anyone who performs demanding tasks with their Mac(s).

July 20, 2018 Macs, Technology

SystHist 1.3 now details macOS 10.14 Mojave system updates

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Now includes all Mojave beta updates. Not needed for High Sierra or earlier, though.

July 19, 2018 Macs, Technology

Updated tools for checking and correcting Home folder permissions

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Two tools to help you diagnose and fix problems arising from incorrect permissions in your Home folder and elsewhere.

July 19, 2018 Macs, Technology

Why are my Mac’s fans running at full blast?

By default, your Mac’s cooling fans run at full blast. Only the control system slows them down when it is safe to do so. How to diagnose and fix its problems.

July 18, 2018 Macs, Technology

Firmware, the SMC, NVRAM and T2 chip: reset and maintain

All about firmware, the SMC, NVRAM, and the new T2 chips which come in some models of Mac. When and how to reset, and more.

July 17, 2018 Macs, Technology

Apple has pushed an update to Gatekeeper’s data

Apple has just pushed an update to the data used by Gatekeeper, bringing its version number to 148, […]

July 16, 2018 Macs, Technology

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