How to set up a new Mac or MacBook
Here's how to get started with your new Mac: the right way to set up and start using your new computer
Here's how to get started with your new Mac: the right way to set up and start using your new computer
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How to use iCloud
What is iCloud, and what does it do? We explain how to set up, use and get the most out of Apple's iCloud services
What is iCloud, and what does it do? We explain how to set up, use and get the most out of Apple's iCloud services
How to set up iCloud
Looking to get started with iCloud? We explain how to set up iCloud on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac and even Windows PC
Looking to get started with iCloud? We explain how to set up iCloud on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac and even Windows PC
How to benchmark and speed-test a Mac
Benchmarking the performance of your Mac's CPU, GPU and hard drive is easier than you might think. Here's how to speed-test a Mac
Benchmarking the performance of your Mac's CPU, GPU and hard drive is easier than you might think. Here's how to speed-test a Mac
How to use Sign in with Apple
A more secure and privacy minded way to sign into apps
A more secure and privacy minded way to sign into apps
How to watch Apple TV on a Mac
Wondering how to watch Apple TV on your Mac now that Apple's new shows are here? We'll explain
Wondering how to watch Apple TV on your Mac now that Apple's new shows are here? We'll explain
How to watch BBC iPlayer abroad on iPhone, iPad or Mac
Discover how to watch BBC iPlayer from outside the UK on your iPhone, iPad or computer
Discover how to watch BBC iPlayer from outside the UK on your iPhone, iPad or computer
How to connect a Mac to a TV
It's possible to connect your Mac or MacBook to your TV, we show you how and recomend the best adaptors
It's possible to connect your Mac or MacBook to your TV, we show you how and recomend the best adaptors
How to download files using Safari on a Mac
Where the files go, and how to change where they go
Where the files go, and how to change where they go
MacBook charger not working! How to fix a Mac that won't charge
Here's what to do if your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air won't change
Here's what to do if your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air won't change
How to use an iPad as a second screen with a Mac
Extend your Mac workspace by using your iPad as a second display
Extend your Mac workspace by using your iPad as a second display
How to install Catalina on older Mac, update macOS on an old MacBook
Think your Mac or MacBook is too old to run the latest macOS? Think again! Here's how to install macOS Catalina on older Macs
Think your Mac or MacBook is too old to run the latest macOS? Think again! Here's how to install macOS Catalina on older Macs
How To Fix A Mac Stuck Installing a macOS Update
Mac got stuck in the middle of a macOS update? Do you keep Here's what to do if you have installation problems while updating your Mac
Mac got stuck in the middle of a macOS update? Do you keep Here's what to do if you have installation problems while updating your Mac
What Mac do I have?
Here's how to tell how old a Mac is, find its model number and determine type of MacBook or Mac it is
Here's how to tell how old a Mac is, find its model number and determine type of MacBook or Mac it is
How to clear Safari's cache and cookies on Mac
For peace of mind and a better Mac browsing experience you can clear your Safari cookies and cache. Here's how:
For peace of mind and a better Mac browsing experience you can clear your Safari cookies and cache. Here's how:
How to screenshot on a Mac
We explain how to capture your Mac's screen and edit the resulting screenshot
We explain how to capture your Mac's screen and edit the resulting screenshot
How to sell a Mac
Step by step guide to selling your Mac and getting the best for it
Step by step guide to selling your Mac and getting the best for it
How to find a stolen Mac and protect data from thieves
Track, lock and erase your stolen Apple laptop - get your laptop thieves bang to rights
Track, lock and erase your stolen Apple laptop - get your laptop thieves bang to rights
What Mac processor do I need?
Find out the difference between i5 and i7, what's so good about Kaby Lake, and whether Turbo Boost matters in your Mac
Find out the difference between i5 and i7, what's so good about Kaby Lake, and whether Turbo Boost matters in your Mac
How to fix a Mac
The Mac is popular among consumers because ‘it just works’. But what should you do when something on your Mac does go wrong?
The Mac is popular among consumers because ‘it just works’. But what should you do when something on your Mac does go wrong?
