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Macs can get viruses, just like PCs. Learn how to protect your Mac and macOS devices from digital threats, keep your personal data private, and boost performance.

Viruses

The 7 Most Dangerous New Computer Viruses & Malware of 2024

The continuing barrage of sophisticated cyberattacks against individuals and large institutions — including the US military — ...

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Viruses

The 7 Most Dangerous New Computer Viruses & Malware of 2024

The continuing barrage of sophisticated cyberattacks against individuals and large ...

Other Threats

What Is DNS Poisoning and How to Protect Your Data

Malicious websites are bad news. Malicious sites cached by your browser are even worse. DNS poisoning tricks your web browser into ...

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Other Threats

What Is DNS Poisoning and How to Protect Your Data

Malicious websites are bad news. Malicious sites cached by your browser are even ...

Hardware

Why Your Mouse Is Broken or Not Working and How to Fix It

If your mouse isn’t working or responding to your touch, try to fix the problem before you throw it out. There are many potential ...

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Hardware

Why Your Mouse Is Broken or Not Working and How to Fix It

If your mouse isn’t working or responding to your touch, try to fix the problem ...

Performance Tips

How to Right-Click on Mac With or Without a Mouse

There may not be a right-click button on a Mac trackpad or mouse, but there are plenty of ways to achieve the same result. Keep ...

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Performance Tips

How to Right-Click on Mac With or Without a Mouse

There may not be a right-click button on a Mac trackpad or mouse, but there are ...

Hardware

How Do I Know What Type of Motherboard I Have?

You probably know what kind of PC or Mac you have, but do you know what kind of motherboard sits inside it? Learn why it’s important ...

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Hardware

How Do I Know What Type of Motherboard I Have?

You probably know what kind of PC or Mac you have, but do you know what kind of ...

Other Threats

Cyber Warfare: Types, Examples, and How to Stay Safe

Some cyberattacks are so severe they can be considered an act of war. These sophisticated and targeted attacks can cause enormous ...

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Other Threats

Cyber Warfare: Types, Examples, and How to Stay Safe

Some cyberattacks are so severe they can be considered an act of war. These ...

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Hardware

SSD vs. HDD: Which Do You Need?

Are you running out of storage space? Has your hard disk slowed to a crawl? Or are you simply looking for optimal computer performance? It may be time for a hardware upgrade. But should you get a cheaper hard disk drive or a faster SSD? We’ll ...

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Hardware

SSD vs. HDD: Which Do You Need?

Are you running out of storage space? Has your hard disk slowed to a crawl? Or are ...

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Speed

Mac Running Slow? 15 Proven Solutions to Speed Up Your Mac

Like all computers, Macs run slower over time. Luckily, you’re not doomed to a slow machine forever. Learn what’s slowing you down and ...

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Speed

Mac Running Slow? 15 Proven Solutions to Speed Up Your Mac

Like all computers, Macs run slower over time. Luckily, you’re not doomed to a slow ...

Performance Tips

How to Show Hidden Files on a Mac

Want to take a peek at your Mac’s hidden files? Just be careful, because those files are hidden for a reason. Below, you’ll learn how to safely view your Mac’s hidden files and how to hide important files, too. Then, install a dedicated Mac ...

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Performance Tips

How to Show Hidden Files on a Mac

Want to take a peek at your Mac’s hidden files? Just be careful, because those files ...

Privacy Tips

What Is Doxxing, Is Doxxing Illegal, and How Do You Prevent or Report It?

Doxxing means exposing sensitive private information online. Derived from the term “dropping docs,” hackers dox people to harass, ...

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Privacy Tips

What Is Doxxing, Is Doxxing Illegal, and How Do You Prevent or Report It?

Doxxing means exposing sensitive private information online. Derived from the term ...