This is the third in a series of posts on keeping yourself safe online by protecting your accounts. Please also read the first two, where I go over the basics of two-factor authentication, and the pros and cons of using SMS (text message) with it. To quickly recap, two-factor authentication (2FA) ...
iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max go on sale today
Hi all. Just a quick reminder that Apple's new iPhone 16 line goes on sale today, both online and in retail stores. The models are: While online backorders are over a month for some models, retail stores will get some new shipments in daily if you don't want to wait. Also, carriers have ...
Should you use SMS as your 2FA method?
This is the second in a series of posts about keeping yourself safe online, which is something that, alas, is something we all need to do in 2024. Please read my previous post first - I wrote about two-factor authentication (2FA), what it is, and on which types of accounts we advise you to set it ...
Secure your account with two-factor authentication
Well, it sucks, but there are bad people who want to break into your accounts and steal your identity and money. I don't want that to happen to you. This is one post in a series I'll be writing on how to best protect yourself. Today's fun topic: two-factor authentication (2FA), or two-step ...
How to Wipe an Old Mac (pre 2018 with Fusion Drive or SSD)
Here are instructions on how to wipe an old Mac - any Mac that is before 2018 with a Fusion Drive or a solid state drive (SSD). Part 1: Encrypt the drive Part 2: Erase the drive Part 3: Reinstall a fresh macOS You're done! Unplug the Mac. ...
NYC Composting Bins and iPhone App
You may have seen the bright orange composting bins on street corners. Yes now you can bring your household compost items to a nearby bin. The smart composting bins can accept all food scraps (including meat, bones, dairy, greasy uncoated paper) as well as plant waste and food-soiled paper. ...