It Sometimes Makes Sense to “Ignore Ownership” on an External Drive
Permissions are an essential aspect of the Unix underpinnings in macOS, but on some external drives, they can be problematic. Learn when you should and should not enable “Ignore ownership on this volume.”
Give Your Team Access to a Single Account by Sharing 2FA Setup
For better results when a team or family group needs to share 2FA codes to log in to a website, try to use an authentication app instead of SMS, or better yet, use a password manager that can both generate 2FA codes and share logins with a group.
Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence and Previews New OS Features at WWDC
At yesterday’s Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple announced a treasure trove of new features in its upcoming operating system upgrades, including practical, everyday improvements and impressive AI-based capabilities.
It’s Quite Possible Apple’s iCloud Keychain Password Management Can Handle All Your Needs
Apple’s iCloud Keychain password manager keeps improving, and we now recommend it, especially for those not already using a third-party password manager. Here’s how to use iCloud Keychain to store and enter secure passwords.
Improve Security by Auditing Your Trusted Device Lists
We all accumulate “trusted devices” in our Apple, Google, and password manager accounts, but it’s important to remove devices you no longer use because they could be security risks.
SPF, DKIM, and DMARC: What They Are and Why You Need Them
To ensure phishers don’t forge email from your domain to use in their attacks on your organization and others, you must implement SPF, DKIM, and DMARC. We explain the basics, and we’re happy to help with the setup.
Enter Your Mac Login Password with 1Password
1Password is tremendously helpful for entering website passwords, but a little-known feature also enables it to enter your Mac login password for changing system settings, installing apps, and more.
Experts Now Say You Don’t Have to Change Your Passwords on a Regular Schedule
Security experts no longer recommend password expiration policies that require users to change their passwords periodically. Here’s why.
If You Haven’t Upgraded to macOS 14 Sonoma, It’s Time
When should you upgrade to macOS 14 Sonoma There’s no need to install it today, but we think it’s now safe for those who want to take advantage of the new features and integration with Apple’s other operating systems.
Help! My Account Has Been Hacked—What Should I Do?
If you notice strange behavior in your online accounts, you might have been hacked. It’s imperative that you act immediately to verify the breach, change passwords, lock accounts, and alert support personnel. We provide steps here.
