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Big Sur may yet live up to its name

Here are several good reasons that Big Sur will need more storage space than previous versions of macOS.

July 14, 2020 Macs, Technology

Should you upgrade to Catalina early?

Are you an early adopter, or a cautious delayer? Here’s some advice about the forthcoming upgrade to Catalina to help you decide.

September 3, 2019 Macs, Technology

Downloading an older version of macOS isn’t simple

When you can’t install what the App Store offers: solutions for downloading and installing older versions of macOS for use with Catalina.

August 30, 2019 Macs, Technology

Dual boot: two versions of macOS on one external SSD

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Want one external drive from which you can boot two (or more) different versions of macOS? Here’s how to make it.

July 5, 2019 Macs, Technology

Should you add a new APFS Container or Volume?

Adding volumes in APFS is quick and simple. But why would you ever want to add a container to a disk? An exploration of their differences, and when containers are useful.

March 15, 2019 Macs, Technology

Is High Sierra dual-bootable?

A post-mortem analysis on attempts to make my iMac dual-boot between Sierra and High Sierra. Can it be done in safety?

November 17, 2017 Macs, Technology

High Sierra upgrade: cautions and problems

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You might want to read these tips before installing the first release of High Sierra. They could save you a lot of pain.

September 26, 2017 Macs, Technology

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