Alongside its security updates for watchOS, iOS, and iPadOS, Mac users are receiving a macOS Big Sur 11.6 update and one for macOS Catalina.
The Secret Security Features in macOS Big Sur
There are security features that Apple tells us about on stage at keynotes, and then there are hidden improvements it doesn’t mention.
macOS has gradually made the UNIX security model irrelevant. For example, even the superuser is only allowed to access the private documents of a regular user with the user’s permission—permission that is given on a per-application basis, through that protector of users and bane of developers known as the Transparency, Consent & Control (TCC) framework.
Scheduling Do Not Disturb for macOS
A Quick Tip from Mac Geek Gab 880: Scheduling Do Not Disturb can help re-enable it on macOS so you don’t forget.
macOS Big Sur 11.5 Brings Modest Update With Big Fixes
macOS Big Sur 11.4 Patched a Ton of Security Flaws
Apple released new version of its operating systems and shared the security content for macOS Big Sur 11.4.
macOS Big Sur 11.4 Released With Podcasts Subscriptions
Apple on Monday released macOS Big Sur 11.4, brining similar features like support for Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.
macOS Big Sur 11.4 Release Candidate Released
On Monday Apple released macOS Big Sur 11.4 release candidate. This has appeared a couple weeks after 11.4 beta 3.
Apple Releases iOS 14.6 Beta 3 to Developers
Apple Releases macOS 11.3.1 With Security Fixes
Here's How to Fix TextExpander Crashes on macOS 11.3
Some people have been experiencing TextExpander crashes on macOS 11.3. If updating doesn’t fix it, there’s another option.
Apple OS Updates Galore – TMO Daily Observations 2021-04-28
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest updates to iOS, macOS, watchOS, and what new things to expect.
Apple Releases macOS Big Sur 11.3 Beta 4 to Developers
A couple of weeks after releasing beta 3, Apple on Monday has seeded macOS Big Sur 11.3 developer beta 4 to developers.
How to Check and Change Privacy and Security Settings on Mac
Users grant apps on your Mac access to features like the microphone or location services, and can change these privacy and security settings
New Improved MaskID Unlocking – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-02
Dave Hamilton and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss recent software updates and a beta that can change how your phone unlocks.
Apple Releases macOS Big Sur 11.2, Fixing Bluetooth Reliability and Other Issues
Apple has Released macOS Big Sur 11.2 RC 3 to Testers
Apple has released the third Release Candidate (RC) for macOS Big Sur 11.2 for developers and public beta testers.
Updates Ahoy! – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-27
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss why the latest iOS update is very important to install, and a look ahead at earnings.
Headphone Safety, Big Sur, & Geek Challenges — Mac Geek Gab 854
Big Sur continues to mature…and it continues to have some pesky little issues, too. Never fear, your two favorite geeks are here to answer your questions and help solve your problems. Listen as John and Dave talk through Big Sur, Headphone Safety, and share some Geek Challenges of yours with the Mac Geek Gab family. Press play and enjoy learning at least…five new things!
Apple Releases macOS Big Sur 11.2 Release Candidate
Apple has released the macOS Big Sur 11.2 release candidate for developers. This follows the other final beta versions of its other operating systems.
Security Friday: Encryption Updates, Reviewing Permissions – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-15
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news and how January is a good time to review all those Sign In With… buttons.
