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How to delete browsing traces on Mac
Mac OS Security

How to delete browsing traces on Mac

When you surf the web on someone else's Mac, you will accidentally leave a web browser. And surely we will want those browsing history to be erased on the Mac when in use,

16 July 2026 · 4 min read
Change Google DNS on Mac
Mac OS Security

Change Google DNS on Mac

Google DNS is one of the best DNS currently available and used by many people with high speed and stability. However, in the case of fiber optic breaks or errors related to Google services, changing Google DNS may help you resolve those problems. Today, TipsMake.com will guide you to change DNS on Mac!

16 July 2026 · 3 min read
How does macOS High Sierra unlock?  How to stop?
Mac OS Security

How does macOS High Sierra unlock? How to stop?

There seems to be a vulnerability in macOS High Sierra 10.13.1, even from the login menu when starting the computer for the first time. Let's see how the macOS High Sierra unlocked and how to stop it.

16 July 2026 · 3 min read
Lock Mac OS X screen when needed
Mac OS Security

Lock Mac OS X screen when needed

But did you know that only a very small screen lock is possible, but do we have 7 ways to do it? Please administer the point network through this list.

16 July 2026 · 8 min read
Does the Mac really need a firewall?
Mac OS Security

Does the Mac really need a firewall?

Find out the installation of the Mac, you will find the firewall, which is disabled by default. Isn't it unsafe? Why is Apple so irresponsible?

16 July 2026 · 7 min read
How to set password protection folder on Mac
Mac OS Security

How to set password protection folder on Mac

On macOS, the folders are not encrypted directly, but you can set a password to protect it. This is an effective way of protecting folders and files contained therein.

16 July 2026 · 5 min read
Instructions to change DNS Server on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android
Mac OS Security

Instructions to change DNS Server on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android

By default, your computer will automatically obtain DNS information from your ISP (ISP). Sometimes, DNS Servers are unstable and you are blocked from accessing certain websites. Or the default DNS Server is blocked by some websites for a number of reasons. In this case you should change the DNS Server with the free Public DNS Server.

16 July 2026 · 9 min read
3 ways to identify a Mac infected with a virus
Mac OS Security

3 ways to identify a Mac infected with a virus

Is your Mac working a little strange? Whether you are seeing ads that you cannot explain or your system is unusually slow, you may think the problem is due to malware. And you may be right in this case.

16 July 2026 · 8 min read
What is Mac OS X FileVault and how to use it?
Mac OS Security

What is Mac OS X FileVault and how to use it?

In fact, a password only prevents someone from trying to log in and access the operating system, but your hard drive is not encrypted like that. With an Ubuntu boot disk, or by removing the hard drive, everyone will still be able to access all the files on your computer. Only by manually encrypting files on your hard drive can you really keep your files safe. That's why Mac OS X FileVault appears.

16 July 2026 · 9 min read
9 best antivirus software for Mac
Mac OS Security

9 best antivirus software for Mac

By now, you know that Mac needs antivirus software, but which antivirus software should you choose? There are a lot of security applications dedicated to Mac and it can be difficult to distinguish them, so we did a study. 9 security suites will help your computer not be infected with viruses, trojans and all other types of malware.

16 July 2026 · 11 min read
How to remove viruses, malware on Mac
Mac OS Security

How to remove viruses, malware on Mac

macOS is one of the least virus-infected operating systems, but this does not mean it does not. This article will show you how to check and remove viruses on Mac.

16 July 2026 · 8 min read
Apple patched a total of 43 security bugs for Mac OS X
Mac OS Security

Apple patched a total of 43 security bugs for Mac OS X

Apple has just released a 'huge' patch for the latest Mac OS X versions, Panther and Tiger. A total of more than 40 security bugs were patched during this upgrade, setting a new record for Apple.

16 July 2026 · 2 min read
Apple patched a serious flaw in Mac OS X
Mac OS Security

Apple patched a serious flaw in Mac OS X

Apple has just fixed 10 vulnerabilities in the Mac OS X operating system that has been rated seriously by security vendors.

16 July 2026 · 2 min read
Apple blocked 25 vulnerabilities in Mac OS X
Mac OS Security

Apple blocked 25 vulnerabilities in Mac OS X

Apple yesterday (April 19) released a security update to close 25 security holes in the Mac OS X operating system. This is Apple's fourth update since the beginning of the year.

16 July 2026 · 1 min read
Appeared Trojan Horse virus attacks Mac computers
Mac OS Security

Appeared Trojan Horse virus attacks Mac computers

Network security company Intego has alerted a new Trojan Horse virus called OSX.RSPlug. One special thing is that this virus specializes in attacking Mac computers. Trojans are a type of DNSChanger that can change the address of the provider

16 July 2026 · 3 min read
Apple issued 31 patches for Mac OS X OS
Mac OS Security

Apple issued 31 patches for Mac OS X OS

Yesterday (December 17), Apple issued 31 security patches for Mac OS X Tiger and Leopard operating systems. Most of these patches are for Tiger OS, and only partially for Leopard - Apple's latest Mac OS X version.

16 July 2026 · 1 min read