Old school cool
Retro Review: 2009 Mac Pro in 2021
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Thinking of upgrading to the iMac Pro? Perhaps an old Mac Pro can still suit you in 2020.
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No beta for you
You can opt out of beta updates before macOS Big Sur launches - here's how
Want to stop getting beta updates once the public version of Big Sur is released? Here’s how!
Virtual Private-r Network
You can set up your own VPN server with macOS Server — here's how
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Want a VPN but don't want to trust a third-party service? Roll your own with macOS Server!
Beep beep beep
Here's how to protect yourself by connecting to a VPN on your Mac
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How do I use a VPN on my Mac? Let's go over the basics.
Get your game on!
Here's how to get OpenEmu up and running on your Mac for retro game fun
Have an urge to play some retro games on macOS? You can with OpenEmu!
Enhance your Wi-Fi
Eero Home Wi-Fi System review: Simple setup, minimalist design
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No nonsense mesh home Wi-Fi networking.
Virtual Machine
Yes, you can still run 32-bit apps on your Mac
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Still need to run your 32 bit apps on macOS? Use a Virtual Machine!
Apple Configurator 2
How to manage your iOS devices using Apple Configurator 2
Manage your iOS device updates all from a single administration point.
Remote access
Lost Back to my Mac? Don't worry — here's what to do now!
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Apple has officially turned off Back to my Mac functionality. There are alternatives you can access easily, some of them are already built into your Mac.
Mighty Mac
Mac mini vs. Mac Pro: The affordable alternative
Can the Mac mini be a lower cost alternative to the entry-level Mac Pro?
Backups
Secure your data when transferring to a new Synology Diskstation
Bought an updated Diskstation for your network? Here’s how to migrate your data.
Backups
How to set up the Synology Diskstation software environment
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After setting up your DS1019+, it's time to set up the software. We've got the details.
Always use protection
How to create and password protect a zip file on macOS
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Need to protect sensitive information and compress it? Here’s how to do it natively on macOS.
Bootcamp alternatives
The easiest way to install Windows 10 and dual boot on a pre-2013 Mac Pro
Want to avoid complex hacks to install and dual boot Windows 10? Here’s an easy way!
Backups
How to set up your Synology Diskstation DS1019+
Here’s how to set up the DS1019+’s hardware!
Network Storage
How to automatically mount network drives on macOS
Need more disk space on your Mac or iMac mini? Mount a network drive!
back from the almost dead
How to recover your data from a dead partition on macOS
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Need to recover files from a malfunctioned partition? Here’s how!
BootCamp
How to install Windows 10 on your Mac mini with an external drive
Need to run Windows natively on your Mac mini but can’t partition your disk? Here’s one solution!
LG Display
The LG 34WK95U-W looks good, but does it perform as well? Let's review!
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Are you in need of a no-frills top notch pro display? LG’s 5K Ultra-Wide may be for you!