Opening old text files in non-Roman languages, you’re sure to come across mojibake, when the text is in a different encoding. Here’s a solution.
macOS 10.15
Fixes paths to iCloud Drive in Catalina, by returning them to the original values. Recommended for all running 10.15 now or in the next couple of months.
Coming in just a few weeks now, if you’re going to upgrade early to Catalina, now’s the time to start preparing with these tips.
How can you tell whether a notarized app has been hardened, which Apple claims makes it more secure?
Many small independent developers have put a lot of effort into getting their app notarized. Then Apple changes the rules. What does this mean for users, and our security?
This version can now open and check apps properly using its Open command, as well as by drag and drop. Essential to prepare for Catalina.
App compatibility with Catalina is different: although some may be slightly incompatible, many apps simply don’t run at all. How can you tell which are OK?
Cirrus now lets you change the paths used to open its special iCloud Drive browser: they’re stored in its preference file.
Are you an early adopter, or a cautious delayer? Here’s some advice about the forthcoming upgrade to Catalina to help you decide.
You can use Signposts readily from scripting languages, shell scripts, even within 3rd party apps, with the aid of these tools.
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