Pointing and clicking with a mouse is great. There are times, however, where using the mouse to perform simple tasks interrupts productivity and slows you down. Try these helpful Mac keyboard shortcuts to help you work more efficiently.
Minimizing (or “Docking”) the front app window: Command + M
Use this combination when you have several apps, browsers, or Finder windows open and want to minimize the active one.
Helpful Mac keyboard shortcuts you should be using
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Locking your Mac when you’re away from your desk
When it comes to computers, it’s better to be safe than to risk losing or exposing your data. One of the simplest and most reliable ways to protect your Mac and all the information it contains is to lock it with a solid password.
It’s not enough to log off your Mac
Some people “lock” their Mac computer by logging off or shutting down the device.
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Why you shouldn’t jailbreak your iPad
A lot of iPad users resort to jailbreaking to gain greater control over iOS. With a jailbroken iPad, you can download apps unavailable in the App Store and get additional functionality from apps installed on your device. However, this virtually unrestricted access to apps and features has its cons, not least of which are security issues.
What to do when your Mac is hit with malware
Macs may be heralded as more secure than their competitors, but they too can be hacked. Malicious programs that appear like harmless files or apps can infect your computer and cause it to slow down to a crawl. If this ever happens, you must be able to remove the malware quickly before the infection gets worse.