Do you really need a new computer

Need to replace your ageing Windows PC or Mac? Let us show you the affordable alternatives Wether you have a Windows PC, Apple Mac or iPad/iPhone, one day you will need to replace them because: a) They have stopped working and you cannot get parts or it has become uneconomical to fix … or...

How to backup an Apple Computer (iMac/Mini/Macbook)

There are a number of options on how to backup an Apple Computer (iMac/Mini/Macbook) Time Machine backup to an External HDD or USB Thumb Drive Time Machine backup to Apple Airport Time Capsule (no longer available for purchase) Time Machine Backup to a Server, NAS Drive or Networked Storage Cloud Backup over the Internet Time Machine is Apple’s built-in program for backup and restoring data and it...

macOS Monterey (10.16)

macOS 10.16 Monterey launched on October 25, 2021. Should I install yet? The general rule is to give a new release at least a month before using. This gives Apple some time to fix any possible bugs. More importantly, why do you need to upgrade (unless you are running Mojave or earlier) Be careful,...

How to Check iPhone or iPad for iOS updates

How to check your iPhone or iPad has the latest iOS (Operating System) updates installed, and if not, how to install them. Backup before Updating It is always wise to backup your iPhone or iPad before attempting any updates. How to Backup an iPhone How to Backup an iPad Updating iPhone or iPad The...

How to check Mac, iMac, Mini or MacBook for MacOS Updates

It is vitally important to keep Apple’s Mac, iMac and Macbook Operating System (MacOS) and Apps updated to avoid security and compatibility issues with Apple Devices and Apple computers. Updating the MacOS operating system fixes many common issues on iMac’s, Macbooks and Mac mini’s   Backup before Updating Updates can corrupt your data so...