GeeksModo Story Archive - September 2026
How to See Which Login Items and Extensions Load on a Mac
Automatic login unlocks your keychain the moment the Mac powers on.
How to Securely Erase a Mac Drive Before Selling It
Deleting a file only marks its space as available to be overwritten later.
How to Turn On Advanced Data Protection for iCloud
Once it is on, losing your devices and recovery method loses the data.
How Gatekeeper Decides Which Mac Apps Can Run
Gatekeeper checks Apple’s revocation list every single time an app launches.
How to Prepare for Losing Access to Your Apple Account
Losing every trusted device and number can lock you out for good.
How to Protect Your Mac From Malware and Ransomware
XProtect checks for new malware signatures every twenty-four hours, silently.
How to set up iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max
setting up a new iPhone 18 Pro is simple. Here’s how to do it.
How to Use iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: A Beginner’s Guide
Everything you need to get started with iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max
What Private Wi-Fi Address Does, and When to Change It
A hardware address that never changes lets a network recognise you for years.
Why an App Won’t Open on Your Mac, and What to Do
Unsigned software is usually harmless, and occasionally it is malware.