Malware that can infect your Apple computer

If you've been noticing strange behavior on your Apple computer lately, it could be infected with malware. Read on to learn about the common types of Mac malware and how to detect them.

Types of malware that can target your Mac

The following types of malware can be highly disruptive and cause considerable damage to your Mac.

Android to PC/Mac: The easiest ways to transfer files

Do you have videos or photos that you want to view on a bigger screen, or maybe you just need to clear up space on your Android phone? You can transfer the files from your device to a PC or Mac computer, and here are the steps to do it.

Through a USB cable

Using the USB cord that came with your phone is probably the most convenient way to transfer files to your computer.

The benefits of upgrading your Mac with an SSD

If your once snappy Mac now feels like it’s dragging its feet, a solid-state drive (SSD) upgrade could be just the thing that will breathe new life into it. But even if your Mac is still running pretty well, the benefits of an SSD upgrade may convince you to make the switch from a hard disk drive (HDD). Here’s a look at some of the key advantages of SSDs over HDDs.
SSDs are more reliable
All types of disk drives are more likely to fail with age, but SSDs are more resistant to age-related degradation than HDDs. This is because most modern SSDs use NAND flash memory, which is not as susceptible to the wear and tear that HDDs experience with their spinning disks.

Be more productive with these Mac keyboard shortcuts

Pointing and clicking with a mouse is great, but there are times when doing so can disrupt your focus. At times like these, using these shortcuts on your Mac’s keyboard may actually be more efficient.
Minimize or dock the front app window: Command + M
If you have several open apps, browsers, and Finder windows, use this shortcut to minimize the front window to the Dock.

Migrate your files seamlessly from a Windows PC to a Mac

Migrating a large amount of data to a new device can be quite troublesome, especially if you’re switching from a PC to a Mac. Fortunately, you can do it easily with Apple’s Windows Migration Assistant. Seamlessly transfer your data and get your Mac set up and ready to go by following these steps.

Can malware affect your Mac?

Malware creators will target anyone and everyone, including Mac users. So even though Apple computers are less vulnerable than Windows PCs, they are not completely impervious to cyberattacks. Read on to find out the different threats you should protect your Mac against, as well as signs that your computer has been compromised.

Secure your Mac before discarding it

Well over half of Americans save account passwords to an application or web browser, and at least as many also store private documents on their computers. That’s fine for people who take active measures to protect their data, but if you give away a computer, you surrender all control over it.