Sometimes you need to reset your Mac to make things right. Maybe it’s running a bit too slow for your taste, or you're dealing with a intrusive glitch with the software. Of course, the process of ...

Keeping your business up to date with the latest technology helps keep operations running smoothly and efficiently. If you are upgrading to new computers or dealing with a major viral attack to your ...

Is there a program out there that can wipe a Mac hard drive's free space? The only product i've seen are like FileVaporizor. <BR><BR>Or do you have to worry about that on a Mac? I know in a PC when ...

This is the time of year when PC makers offer irresistible deals on new hardware. If you've taken advantage of a Black Friday or Cyber Monday deal to replace your old Windows PC with a shiny new model ...

You can wipe your Windows PC in the Recovery section of the Settings app. To wipe a Mac, shut it down first, and during startup, use Disk Utility to erase your drive. You can also wipe a Chromebook in ...

When you sell or donate a Mac or give it to a family member, it’s best to make a clean break: wipe the puppy clean, reinstall the latest version of OS X, and hand off a system that you’re not worried ...

I have a Mac mini "Core 2 Duo" 2.4 (Mid-2010) running OS X 10.10.2 that was given to me by a coworker and I want to give it to someone who has a particular desire for this older system. I need to wipe ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Got an old laptop laying around? By selling it or donating it to someone, you can clear up space in your home, maybe earn ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you’re selling off or donating your computer, doing a full, secure wipe is an important step to protecting your personal data. But if you’re just ...

Susan Lawlor writes in with a common problem: I’m trying to securely erase my poor sad iMac before donating or recycling it. It’s my old workhorse—running 10.6.8. Disk Utility’s Erase Security Options ...

A bootable Mac OS X thumb drive comes in handy when you need to troubleshoot OS issues for yourself, your family, or your friends. It’s also extremely useful for keeping your basic setup consistent ...