Tag: best practices

Follow This Advice Before Switching to a New iPhone 17

It’s exciting to get a new iPhone, but don’t dive in willy-nilly. Instead, take a few minutes to read our advice on what you should do before and after transferring your data from your old iPhone.

Watch What You Say in AI-Recorded Meetings

In virtual meetings, AI recording tools often capture and share everything — even those casual chats that occur after most attendees have left. Learn how to avoid having sensitive conversations broadcast to your whole team.

When to Trust AI Tech Answers (And When to Call Us)

When should you trust an AI chatbot’s tech advice? Learn when chatbots can help with basic issues and when it’s time to call a professional for more complex problems.

Advice for Good Office Ergonomics

Don’t let poor ergonomics get in the way of getting your work done. Get expert advice on adjusting your chair, positioning your display, and arranging your desk to prevent discomfort and boost productivity at your Mac.

Watch Out for Modern Tech Support Scams

Think you can spot a tech support scam? Today’s fraudsters are using everything from spoofed caller ID to manipulated search results. Here’s what to watch for and how to stay safe.

Heat Wave Survival Guide for Your Apple Devices

Think your Apple devices can handle the summer heat? Think again. Discover how high temperatures can damage your iPhone, iPad, and Mac — and what you can do to keep them safe.

What Is Safe Mode, and When Should You Use It?

Having Mac problems? Before trying more complex solutions, restart in safe mode — your Mac’s stripped-down troubleshooting environment. It disables non-essential software and clears system caches to help identify and resolve common issues.

Never Paste Unknown Text into Terminal!

A clever new scam masquerades as a CAPTCHA test, asking users to paste text into Terminal to prove they’re human. Instead, it installs malware designed to steal passwords, browser data, and other sensitive information.

Consider Personal Cyber Insurance

With Americans losing $12 billion to fraud in 2024, personal cyber insurance is becoming essential. Learn what it covers, what to look for in a policy, and how it complements good security practices.

Don’t Assume That Top Google Search Results Are Guaranteed Safe

You know that the phrase “I read it on the Internet, so it must be true” is absurd, but you should extend that skepticism to Google search results. We’ve seen two recent instances of malicious content bubbling to the top of searches. Trust but verify.