Never Run AppleScripts from Untrusted Sources

Attackers are now using fake websites to open Script Editor with pre-filled malicious scripts. Never run an AppleScript from any source you don’t completely trust!

Make Sure Your Home Network Router Is Secure

Russian military intelligence recently exploited vulnerable home routers to steal passwords worldwide. You can keep your home network secure by replacing unsupported hardware, enabling automatic updates, and changing default passwords.

Upgrade to macOS 26 Tahoe When You’re Ready

When should you upgrade to macOS 26 Tahoe? There’s no rush to install it today, but we believe it’s safe for those who want to take advantage of the new features. Here’s what to do before, during, and after the upgrade.

How to Encourage Successful AI Use in Your Organization

Casual AI use won’t impact your organization. To see real productivity gains with AI projects, avoid top-down mandates and instead empower frontline teams, document workflows, and centralize support.

When Google Points to a Chatbot Conversation, Be Skeptical

Hackers have learned how to poison shared chatbot conversations with malware — and get Google to display them in search results. Never trust step-by-step instructions or Terminal commands from user-generated chatbot pages.

Backups: Trust but Verify

Don’t just trust your backups — verify them. Each quarter, restore a few files from Time Machine, your clone, or your cloud backup, and make sure they open correctly. Silent failures happen; test restores prevent nasty surprises.

Charge Your MacBook with the Right Power Adapter

Lost your MacBook charger? Don’t grab just any USB power adapter — using one that’s too weak can result in no charging, glacial charging, or battery drain while you work. Here’s the minimum wattage you need for each MacBook model.

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.