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Does an iPhone Need Antivirus Software

Smartphones have become integral to our lives, helping us to keep track of appointments, conduct our banking, send and receive emails, take and store photos, listen to music and, oh yeah, talk to people. Many of us would be devastated if anything happened to our...

Forgot your Mac’s password?

Here’s how to get back into your locked-down computer.

macOS warns that HP, Amazon software “will damage your computer”

Beginning on October 22, Mac users around the world began seeing troubling alerts related to printer software from HP (formerly known as Hewlett-Packard). A dialog box began appearing on some Macs that warned: “[HP app name]” will damage your computer. This file was...

Mac Security Tips You Might Not Be Using

While Macs tend to be more secure than their Windows counterparts, this doesn’t mean they’re invincible. As Apple’s share of the computer market has grown over the years, hackers have placed an increased emphasis on targeting these devices. If you’re using a Mac, you need to be extra careful.

Forgot your Mac’s password?

Forgot your Mac’s password?

Dec 29, 2020 | > Recent, macOS, Security

Here's how to get back into your locked-down computer. Dusting off and powering up an old MacBook only to realize you...

macOS warns that HP, Amazon software “will damage your computer”

macOS warns that HP, Amazon software “will damage your computer”

Nov 1, 2020 | > Recent, macOS, Security

Beginning on October 22, Mac users around the world began seeing troubling alerts related to printer software from HP...

Mac Security Tips You Might Not Be Using

Mac Security Tips You Might Not Be Using

Sep 26, 2020 | macOS, Security

While Macs tend to be more secure than their Windows counterparts, this doesn’t mean they’re invincible. As Apple’s...

7 Ways iOS14 Protects Privacy

7 Ways iOS14 Protects Privacy

Sep 25, 2020 | > Recent, iOS, Security

With each yearly major update of iOS, Apple tightens the screws on apps and services that seek to violate your privacy...

What Email Provider Do You Use?

What Email Provider Do You Use?

Jun 11, 2020 | Security, TVAUG

Are you still using one of the old, insecure legacy eMail providers? I just did a count of how many of our members are...

How to Disinfect Your Mac, iPhone, Mouse, Trackpad

How to Disinfect Your Mac, iPhone, Mouse, Trackpad

Mar 5, 2020 | iOS, macOS, Security

Apple has a long support page of links and tips, dedicated to keeping your devices clean and shiny. But what about...

The Chain of Trust in Apple’s Devices

The Chain of Trust in Apple’s Devices

Nov 30, 2019 | iOS, macOS, Security

A lot of computer security is based on trust. Your devices verify that you are, indeed, an authorized user, through...

Most Private Mac Browser

Most Private Mac Browser

Oct 5, 2019 | iOS, macOS, Security

Everyone needs a web browser, and while Safari comes pre-installed on Macs, many people choose to use a different...

Apple defends iOS security

Apple defends iOS security

Sep 6, 2019 | Apple Corp., iOS, Security

Last week, Google’s Project Zero security research team detailed what it described as “one of the largest attacks...

No Apple Isn’t Calling You

No Apple Isn’t Calling You

Jul 26, 2019 | Apple Corp., Security

"Ever miss a call from Apple?" My wife texted me this question, along with a screenshot showing she had missed a call...

We Got Raided!!

We Got Raided!!

Mar 21, 2019 | iOS, Security, watchOS

Well...not exactly. Cyndi Feeney and the TVAUG Gals were talking about the Apple Watch Emergency feature during their...

Should you delete yourself from social media?

Should you delete yourself from social media?

Feb 22, 2019 | Security

You’re feeling like you’ve had enough. All the recent news—from Facebook’s Cambridge Analytica snafu to various abuses...

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