Working out why Time Machine backups go wrong isn’t necessarily that different from unravelling classical mythology. In some ways.
macOS
Getting deeper into using Sierra’s new logs, and investigating why Time Machine backups become irregular.
Devising strategies for getting the best out of Sierra’s new logs. Or should we just abandon them as a lost cause?
Does macOS scheduling fail when it has been running for more than 10 days? Irregular backups suggest that it does.
Significant improvements to Consolation for browsing logs. The others gain proper version numbers and icons.
How complex is the code needed for an app like Consolation? Most of it is actually straightforward if not simple.
Can’t find what you want in Console? Try this new log browser: although still a beta-release, I think it will do the job.
VPN is important protection when you use public-access WiFi, and many now rely on it to protect them from government snooping. Do you trust it?
It looks like this will arrive shortly on iOS devices, with 10.3. What does it offer for Macs, and when will it ship?
Sierra’s Console is of little help to most users. Here is an explanation, and suggested alternatives for browsing your logs.
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