Do Macs need antivirus software?
Actually the better question to ask would be “do Macs need anti-malware software”. Technically speaking a computer virus is code that self-replicates, and propagates by attaching itself to other applications. The term “virus” is often erroneously used to refer to malware but regardless of what you call it, yes, Mac users should be running anti-malware software. But “Macs don’t get viruses malware” -While the variety of malware for OS X isn’t what it is under Windows, OS X is most certainly vulnerable to malware and contrary to popular...
read moreAdobe requires current version to upgrade to new versions
In 2012, Adobe will implement a massive policy change, and price restructuring but some of those changes are going into effect immediately. This will probably end up being a good deal for major corporations but it looks like it might not be a good thing for sole proprietors and small studios who only use one or two pieces of Adobe’s software. So what are the changes? Effective immediately, if you’re using Photoshop CS4 or earlier (or any other program that falls under the Master Suite), you will not be allowed to upgrade unless you first upgrade to CS5. No, this is not a joke....
read moreIs the Mac Pro on the endangered species list?
Could this be it? The end of the Mac Pro? If you don’t follow the Apple rumor mill here’s a quick update. A few of the rumor sites such as 9to5mac.com and macrumors.com have been reporting that the 2010 Mac Pro update may have been the last Mac Pro ever, and that Apple may have been considering End Of Lifing the Mac Pro as early as May of this year. Will it happen? Well it is a rumor although it’s one of those rumors that quite plausible given that the Mac Pro barely contributes a drop in the bucket to Apple’s overall profit. Personal Computer sales...
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