Peter Cohen
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Game Porting Toolkit in macOS Sonoma won’t fix what’s broken with Mac games
By Peter Cohen published
Opinion macOS Sonoma includes a feature for developers that helps port games to Mac - but have we been here before?
How to enable and disable notification sounds on your Mac
By Peter Cohen last updated
Stop unwanted interruptions by disabling extraneous app notification sounds.
Mac Help: Is the Apple Thunderbolt Display worth it?
By Peter Cohen last updated
Apple sells only one external monitor: The Thunderbolt Display. Is it worth $1,000?
Hey Apple, Macs need less crappy webcams
By Peter Cohen last updated
Apple needs to step up its game with the built-in FaceTime cameras in Macs. They suck.
UE Roll review: Waterproof Bluetooth speaker that's fun to play with
By Peter Cohen last updated
Malware protection for older Macs
By Peter Cohen last updated
Some anti-malware software only supports newer versions of OS X. If you're running an older Mac, use this instead.
Which Mac mini works best as a media server?
By Peter Cohen last updated
Using a Mac mini as a media server is very easy and very doable, but it does have some limits.
AdwareMedic for Mac becomes Malwarebytes for Mac
By Peter Cohen last updated
I've gotten questions about AdwareMedic's recent rebranding after Malwarebytes acquired it. Is it still safe to use? The short answer is yes.
Is the mid-range Mac mini worth the extra money?
By Peter Cohen last updated
Going from the $499 Mac mini to the $699 Mac mini buys you a faster processor, faster graphics, and more RAM.
Getting more out of your iPad or iPhone and your printer with your Mac
By Peter Cohen last updated
Mac Help: Should I buy the non-Retina 13-inch MacBook Pro?
By Peter Cohen last updated
The 13-inch non-Retina MacBook Pro (called the "mid-2012" model, in Apple parlance) is still available from Apple.
What is the "Other" space on my Mac?
By Peter Cohen last updated
If you check the contents of your Mac's hard drive (or flash storage), you might see a certain amount described as "Other."
Do you need the latest MacBook Pro or can you save money by going with last year's model?
By Peter Cohen last updated
Sometimes the newest thing isn't the best, depending on your needs. Take a complete look at specs before pulling the trigger to make sure you're getting the best bang for your buck.
How to stream from a Mac to an Apple TV with no Wi-Fi
By Peter Cohen last updated
iOS 8 introduced peer-to-peer AirPlay streaming between iPhone, iPad, and third-generation Apple TVs. What about the Mac?
Mac Help: Improving poor Wi-Fi coverage
By Peter Cohen last updated
Weak Wi-Fi can cause a whole host of problems for your Mac, iPhone, iPad or iPod touch — here's how to fix it.
How do I keep my Apple Watch from scratching up my MacBook Pro?
By Peter Cohen last updated
The Apple Watch is the first watch some of us have put on our wrists for years. In some cases, ever.
Best storage practices for OS X Server and Time Machine
By Peter Cohen last updated
If you run a Mac server, what's the best way to back up data using Time Machine?
Which MacBook should I use for writing code?
By Peter Cohen last updated
Any Mac laptop is good for writing, but if you're programming, you're bound to run into a specific set of problems.
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