Glenn FleishmanSenior Contributor, Macworld
Glenn Fleishman is the author of dozens of books, including his newly released Take Control of Your Apple ID, a guide to troubleshooting Apple ID problems and managing security and the features. He's a senior contributor to Macworld, where he writes Mac 911.
How to delete a file that macOS says is in use
There’s an override for files you can’t delete, but take care.
Best antivirus for Mac: Protect yourself from malicious software
We name the top free and paid Mac antivirus products to root out malicious software and prevent infections.
How to find and insert special characters in macOS
Apple supports the full range of Unicode, but it can be hard to find the symbol you need.
Why iTunes says your iOS 12 device isn’t recognized
iPhones are fickle about the versions of macOS and iTunes they can connect with.
How to download your Flickr photo library and transfer it to Google Photos or iCloud Photo library
You can duplicate your Flickr library entirely, or even flee it and delete your account.
How to move photos to iCloud Photos without an up-to-date Mac
Some people may have legacy machines or other limitations that can hinder using iCloud Photos. Here’s a workaround.
How to reinstall macOS if macOS Recovery is unavailable
Apple has a fallback option that requires an internet connection.
How to recover deleted photos from an iPhone or iPad
Chances are they’re gone, but there are a few places you can check.
You may have manually set up your iCloud account for email long ago.
Best surge protector: Reviews and buying advice
Far better than ordinary power strips, these products will protect your expensive electronics from dangerous power spikes. We'll help you pick the right one for your home or small office.
What you can do with an internal SSD module from a vintage Mac
Got an older Mac, and you upgraded the SSD module? You can put the old SSD in an external enclosure, but they’re not cheap.
Loopback 2 review: Elevates the interface for sophisticated sound routing in macOS
This pro-level audio input mixer app for Mac is useful for musicians, DJs, audio engineers, and podcasters.
Can you replace a fan in Apple’s AirPort Extreme?
It’s not a trivial task, but it can be done. (And yes, the AirPort Extreme has an actual fan.)
What to do when the Mac App Store won’t assign applications to your account
You have several methods to try to resolve the problem.
What you get when you export Calendar and Reminders in macOS, and how to use those files
The archive formats vary by app and by export selection in Calendar.
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