Security & Privacy + Software & Apps
Beware Bogus Security Software
There’s a new trend out there designed to scam computer users: web sites that sell bogus software. Not only...
When is a Mac too old to use? How to know if it’s still safe
Macs can last a long time, far longer than Apple will support them with macOS updates. If your Mac cannot run the latest version of macOS, it is unsafe to use online. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your old Mac, safely.
How to run Windows 11 on an Apple silicon Mac for free
You can run Windows 11 within macOS for completely free, if your Mac has an M1, M2, M3, or M4 processor. Here is everything you...
How to stop Apple Music from automatically playing
If you use Apple devices, you have likely experienced this: you get into your car, put on your headphones, or open your Mac, and...
How to show and safely delete hidden files on Mac
Discover how to reclaim disk space on your Mac by uncovering and deleting unneeded, hidden files cluttering your Mac.
The hidden threat in the mod folder: Analyzing a platform-agnostic Java stealer
As security researchers, we often categorize threats by the operating system they target. We talk about “macOS malware,” “Windows stealers,” or “Linux threats.” But modern malware delivery does not always stay neatly inside one operating system. Intego AV Labs...
