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How to investigate network problems effectively

You might be lucky and solve it by inspiration. When that fails, fall back on a careful, thorough and systematic approach as explained here.

May 24, 2022 Macs, Technology

How to transfer files between Macs

Summary of AirDrop, network file sharing, target disk mode, and sneakernet, explaining how to use each and what they’re best at.

May 13, 2022 Macs, Technology

What’s the fastest way to transfer files with M1 Macs?

AirDrop is quick, convenient and as slow as you’ll get. Ethernet all too often runs at only 1 Gb/s. Here are the fastest solutions involving M1 models.

May 9, 2022 Macs, Technology

Is backing up to networked storage improving?

Backing up using Time Machine over Gigabit Ethernet to another Mac providing shared backup storage in Monterey 12.1 delivered good performance of 35-43 MB/s.

December 21, 2021 Macs, Technology

Losing your Ethernet port unverifies your Mac

Even if you don’t connect it, a Mac’s Ethernet port is vital to authorise it to the App Store and more. Here’s how to cope if it goes missing.

October 6, 2017 Macs, Technology

My network connection is not unplugged: a KEXT, a MAC, and an almost dead Mac

Sunday morning nightmare: how a missing component of OS X brought my iMac to its knees.

February 29, 2016 Macs, Technology

Q&A: Does an air gap protect from malware?

Does it help to unplug your network connection when checking suspicious email?

November 3, 2015 Macs, Technology

Q&A: Solving network lockout

How does creating a new location in the Network pane solve network lockout problems?

October 27, 2015 Macs, Technology

Q&A: Extending WiFi range

How can I extend the WiFi range of our Home Hub into the nearby cottage, through thick granite walls?

October 19, 2015 Macs, Technology

Q&A: Finding a break in an Ethernet cable

How can I locate a break in an Ethernet cable running under a floor?

September 3, 2015 Macs, Technology

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