How to reformat an External USB Drive
If you’ve recently purchased a new external USB drive and want to use it with your Mac, you might need to reformat it first!
Updates
Check and Enable Security Updates on your Mac
In macOS, there are a few options for automatically updating Software, Apps and Security Updates. Personally, I only enable the options to automatically install system data and security updates, as I don’t want my Mac updating to newer versions of macOS or installing app updates without first checking what will change or if they might … Read more
Slow Macs due to Big Sur Launch
macOS Big Sur launch appears to have caused temporary slowdown ~ even on non-Big Sur Macs! This seemed to happen early evening (UK time) and after rebooting my MacBook, almost every application took 30+ seconds to open! Mac users today began experiencing unexpected issues that included apps taking minutes to launch, stuttering and non-responsiveness throughout … Read more
macOS Catalina Upgrade Notes
This morning macOS Catalina (10.15) became available to install/upgrade on your compatible Mac. I have upgraded and it is great ~ but a word of warning if you are thinking of upgrading! macOS Cataliina ONLY supports 64 bit Applications and Programs, so if you use an old(er) program, example Microsoft Word 2011 or an application … Read more
New Website and Name
Hello and welcome ~ I have recently changed our name from Purbeck Mac Support to Dorset Mac Support. As the name suggests, I now cover the whole of Dorset offering one to one training, support and repairs to home and small businesses. If you are new to Mac, switching, upgrading or just need a bit … Read more
