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How to Set Up a Mac for the Best Gaming Experience
Summary Choose the best M-series chip and configuration for the type of gaming you plan to do on your Mac and adjust settings for optimal performance based on the game’s intensity. Download games from either the Mac App Store or third-party gaming vendors like Steam or the Epic Games Store. Add accessories such as a game controller, headset, and cooling…
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Beware the coming Mac malware season – Computerworld
Jaron Bradley, director of Jamf Threat Labs, explained how Mac users should approach this new attack vector. “Users should never enter their iCloud credentials outside of the official Apple website. They should also be cautious when encountering flashing warnings that prompt them to call a phone number to resolve a supposed threat. These calls often lead to scammers who promise to…
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Mac Users Should Be on the Alert for This New Phishing Scheme
Mac users take note: A well-known (and relatively sophisticated) phishing scheme previously targeting Windows is now being redirected at macOS and Safari in an attempt to obtain login credentials (your Apple ID). On Windows, this scam worked by displaying fake security alerts on compromised websites claiming that the user’s device had been “compromised” or locked” at the same time that…
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Enterprises seeking on-prem AI deployments should look at the Mac – Computerworld
A supercomputer on your bookshelf That’s an amazing statistic; it means you can run a powerful genAI models using DeepSeek on a system that fits on a shelf above your desk, which must be a compelling proposition to any enterprise purchaser considering deployment of an in-house self-hosted system for AI. It’s even more impressive when you consider that comparable performance…
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You Can Get Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac for Just $80 Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page.Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’re tired of subscription fees stacking up, this Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac deal at StackSocial might be worth a look. It’s a one-time purchase (of $79.95, 63% off its usual $220) that works with macOS…
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Using Your MacBook as a Desktop Mac Is Easier Than You Think
Quick Links Apple Chips Can Handle the Job Setting Up Your Workspace The idea of using a MacBook as a desktop Mac sounds great, but there are some problems. Nobody wants to mess with a rat’s nest of cables when changing scenery, and what about performance? Thankfully, with modern equipment, it’s not that difficult anymore. With the right gear, you…
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Apple M3 Ultra vs M4 Max: Which Mac Studio Should You Buy?
Apple has released two Mac Studios with M3 Ultra and M4 Max chipsets. The Cupertino giant has called the M3 Ultra “the highest-performing chip” the company has ever created. This chip comes with a whopping 512GB of unified memory. But, how does it fare against the Apple M4 Max? To find out, we have compared the M3 Ultra and M4…
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6 Hidden Mac Gaming Features You Might Not Know About
Your Mac is better for gaming than you give it credit for, and it’s only getting better with each new macOS release. Here are some features you might have missed. Game Mode Apple introduced a dedicated Game Mode in macOS 14 Sonoma for Apple silicon models running the M1 chip or later. It’s a feature that is easy to miss…
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The 10 Best Mac Games to Play with a Touchpad (No Mouse Needed!)
Quick Links Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader No one who games on a laptop uses a touchpad, and few games offer a good experiences with one. However, not only do MacBooks have the best touchpads in the business, there are plenty of games that play like a dream using nothing more than that clicky square. 10 Baldur’s Gate 3 This smash-hit…
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Here’s how to preorder Apple’s new MacBook Air and Mac Studio
Shortly after introducing the new iPad and iPad Air, Apple has announced a slew of new Macs. The M4-powered MacBook Air starts at $999 in its 13-inch configuration, while the 15-inch variant starts at $1,199. You can also buy the new Mac Studio with an M4 Max chip starting at $1,999, or an M3 Ultra-powered model starting at $3,999. The…
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