It's become routine: Each new update of Mac OS X macOS breaks third-party drivers and applications. This time it's many popular third-party USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet adapters that don't work. But have no fear! It's a simple fix! I've got a few different USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet dongles: One from Cable Matters (from Amazon) and another by j5 Create (from Best Buy). Both … [Read more...] about USB Ethernet Not Working in macOS 10.12 Sierra?
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macOS Sierra Includes a New Apple File System, APFS
Although not discussed in today's keynote, Apple is adding a new "universal" filesystem to iOS and macOS. Apple File System (APFS) will likely replace HFS+ as the default filesystem for Macintosh computers, iPads, and iPhones and brings a wealth of modern features. But judging from the initial developer documentation, that's not going to happen for a few more years. And there's … [Read more...] about macOS Sierra Includes a New Apple File System, APFS
Keep Multiple Macs in Sync with Dropbox
Warning! This "symlink" technique is not compatible with macOS Sierra iCloud Sync, part of the "Optimize Storage" feature. It will result in data loss! Either turn off iCloud Sync or revert to the standard Dropbox folder locations! I love my 27" iMac, but it's a little tough to take it on the road. So I like to keep my Documents folder in sync between it and my MacBook pro. … [Read more...] about Keep Multiple Macs in Sync with Dropbox