Updates – Dorset Mac Support

How to reformat an External USB Drive

December 20, 2024August 6, 2024

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!

Check and Enable Security Updates on your Mac

July 26, 2024August 22, 2022

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

July 26, 2024November 13, 2020

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

July 26, 2024October 8, 2019

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

July 26, 2024August 23, 2019

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

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Rolandas Mazeikis May 20, 2024

David cleaned up and brought new life to a tired Mac Book and IMac desktop of ours. Fantastic at advice on options depending on your budget and uses. Great value and all round service. Tech life saver.

Paul Tabor February 22, 2024

I highly recommend David for any Mac problems. I have an older MacBook Pro, which in its day was top of the range which I paid an obscene amount of money for. Come after 11 years it’s not so new. Wouldn’t work properly. Gave it to David and although it now can not be upgraded anymore it came back like new. Everything works. And then some. You also get aftercare and support with David. Couldn’t ask for anymore. Extremely reasonable costs. I was expecting more. You normally pay for what you get. But you get a lot more with David. I highly recommend David and Dorset Mac Support for any of your Mac problems hardware or software. He can do everything.

SWA November 18, 2023

David has been extremely helpful over the past few years of using his services. He’s very knowledgeable about social media and how to advertise to get maximum results. David is flexible and is more than happy to come to the house to chat and help with computer problems if this is more convenient. He’s very personable and easy to work with, he has some great ideas for business advertising. Very helpful indeed.

Jane Clarke November 13, 2023

Prompt and efficient service. I would definitely recommend.

Monica Freeman November 8, 2023

David always gives help over the phone but will come round to the house to help if !

Frances Walshaw November 1, 2023

David is knowledgeable on a wide range of IT subjects involving both hardware and software, with many years of experience in diagnosing and solving problems; I would have every confidence in recommending him for any project as I know he is never happy until a solution is found.

Chris Greenhough November 1, 2023

When David is solving my computer problems or advising on a course of action, I always feel confident that he has the knowledge and experience to provide the best possible answer.

Tony Kerins October 29, 2023

David is an absolute mine of help and information about Apple devices. A session by phone or a home visit has always solved any problem and taught me some more about my iMac.

Peter Booth October 29, 2023

I have used Dorset Mac Support on several occasions and I have found the service I have received from David to be extremely professional. David has an exceptional knowledge on how Mac's work and was able to fix my problems with my mail on my Mac as well as give me guidance as to how to improve my Mac's operating system. I would highly recommend the services of Dorset Mac Support.

Keith Cranfield October 29, 2023