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What Is Safe Mode, and When Should You Use It?

Although Macs are highly reliable, unusual problems can still rear their ugly heads. Often, these issues are caused by software you’ve installed or accessories you’ve connected. If you’re experiencing Mac misbehavior that isn’t easily fixed by restarting, updating software, or unplugging a dodgy device, try safe mode. (Seriously, before checking if safe mode will help with a problem, you should always restart, ensure you’re running the latest version of macOS and any involved apps, and unplug non-essential peripherals.)

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Windows to Mac Migration: A Case Study in Seamless Transition

This white paper delves into the successful migration of BWM Global, a prominent supplier of premium promotional products and services to professional sports teams and corporate America, from a Windows-based IT infrastructure to a Mac centric environment. BWM Global encountered challenges due to slow hardware, outdated operating systems, and platform inconsistencies. The migration to a…

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Restore Nearby iPhone: Recover a Stuck Update on iPhone 16 or A17 Pro iPad mini

If your iPhone 16 or A17 Pro iPad mini gets stuck during an update, Apple’s new recovery feature lets you use a nearby iPhone or iPad to get back up and running. We hope you never need this new recovery option that Apple has added to the iPhone 16 and current iPad mini (with an…

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Mac Terminal Malware Scam: Watch for This Copy‑Paste Attack

Mac Terminal Malware Scam: Don’t Paste Unsolicited Commands. Here’s a new scam to watch for. A client reported running across a suspicious website masquerading as a human verification test.

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Migrating to Google Workspace: Part 3 – Backups

Our client needed a backup solution for cloud-based data stored in Google Workspace to address the short retention period of deleted data. We chose an awesome cloud based service for its cost-effectiveness, ease of setup, and automation capabilities. Our plan includes multiple backup sources, enhanced data restore options, and indefinite data retention, providing a robust backup strategy for data stored in the cloud.

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Migrating to Google Workspace: Part 2 – Communications

Read how we successfully migrated our client’s email service from hosted Microsoft Exchange to Google Workspace. The migration process involved careful planning, user training, and the use of specialized migration tools. The transition resulted in cost savings, improved collaboration tools, and enhanced security features for the company.

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Export Email from Outlook Web App (OWA)

This is an excerpt from a StackExchange post. This process is used to assist with exporting emails out of Outlook Web App (OWA) after a migration due to differences in allowable attachment sizes between the source and destination. Featured Image Photo by Cyrus Crossan on Unsplash

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Migrating to Google Workspace: Part 1 – The Data

Read about our successful migration from a on-site server to Google Drive which was completed for our client located in a hurricane-prone area. The migration, which involved 2.4 TB of data, was done remotely over several weeks due to bandwidth limitations. Our client now enjoys improved file collaboration, increased storage, and scalability, with a greater than 5% monthly cost savings compared to their previous setup.

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SPF, DKIM, and DMARC: What They Are and Why You Need Them

The ease of sending and receiving email makes it an attractive way to run scams like phishing attacks. One telltale mark of a phishing attack is the sender’s address not matching their purported domain; attacks that appear to come from legitimate email addresses are much more likely to fool the victim. You can protect your…

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PostScript Type 1 Fonts Losing Support This Year—Here’s What to Do

For you graphic designers out there, Adobe has announced that it will be ending support for PostScript Type 1 fonts starting with Photoshop in 2021. All Adobe apps will stop allowing users to author content using Type 1 fonts beginning January 2023. This announcement shouldn’t come as a surprise. Adobe introduced Type 1 fonts at…

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