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Apple has released Monterey 12.0.1, Big Sur and Catalina security updates

As announced last week, Apple has just released the first full public release version of macOS Monterey, 12.0.1. […]

October 25, 2021 Macs, Technology, Updates

Migrating to a new Mac

When should you migrate to your new Mac, and how to do it? Migration Assistant explored and explained in detail.

October 22, 2021 Macs, Technology

What’s really coming in Monterey and other macOS updates next week

Which upgrades and updates are releasing on 25 October, and which features you should expect in Monterey, according to model.

October 20, 2021 Macs, Technology

Upgrading to Big Sur or Monterey: migrating Time Machine backups

Can you migrate your old backups from HFS+ to APFS format? What can slow your backups down? Can you still use AFP, and what about restoring the system?

October 7, 2021 Macs, Technology

Cleaning out old preference settings and other housekeeping

It’s time to do some spring-cleaning. How to clear out some of those thousands of old preference files without losing anything important. And here’s how to do it using Shortcuts too.

September 17, 2021 Macs, Technology

Which firmware should your Mac be using? (version 6)

This article lists the firmware versions of Macs which have been successfully updated to run macOS 12.7.6. Apple […]

September 2, 2021 Macs, Technology

Last Week on My Mac: Throw caution to the wind

Over the coming year in which Big Sur will be eligible for only security fixes, is it going to be a wide choice, or would Monterey be better value?

August 22, 2021 Macs, Technology

Retaining access to Big Sur when upgrading your M1 Mac to Monterey

If you want to be able to run versions of Big Sur on your M1 Mac after upgrading to Monterey, now’s the time to start preparing.

August 17, 2021 Macs, Technology

Should you clean install Big Sur or Monterey?

Why would you want to go to the lengths of erasing your startup disk and installing a macOS upgrade clean? Here’s why, and how to do it.

August 11, 2021 Macs, Technology

Is it safe yet to upgrade to Big Sur?

macOS 11.5 will be available in a few days. Should you risk upgrading? Here are some of the major issues which you need to consider when deciding and planning any upgrade.

July 15, 2021 Macs, Technology

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