Macintosh June 18, 2019

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Macintosh June 18, 2019

Use the App Store to Find and Download Software

1. Click the Apple Menu (top Left)

2. Choose App Store


Find the software you want by using the search on the top right


Click Get to install the software

To remove the software…


Password Keepers

I Use DataVault. It's simply a password protected list. It does not fill in passwords or automatically store passwords.

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/password-manager-data-vault/id408865957?mt=12


Dashlane, Last Pass, Apple's Keychain can save passwords automatically when you visit a website. CAUTION they can also automatically save the wrong password.


Use Apple's Keychain to save Password from Website when you use SAFARI and to sync your passwords with your other Apple devices (Settings, iCloud, Keychain Passwords)


If you insist on keeping a list of passwords on your computer, in your pocket, on your desk, or taped to the back of your phone, Make sure to Mask your passwords.

example:

Password

Jackandjill78

Unique Passwords

Wells Fargo - Jackandjill78@wf

Amazon - Jackandjill78@am

masked: J***andj***7#


Use Firefox Monitor to check if your email and password have been compromised.

https://monitor.firefox.com

What do I do if my email and password has been compromised?

Change your password!


Keep a unique password for:

Email

Each Financial Institution

Shopping, Register for Info Websites

***Setup 2 step authentication where ever possible***


Upgrade iCloud Storage

Settings -> iCloud -> Manage -> Buy more Storage


Wipe your Apple Computer

Restart your computer and hold Command and R

Open Disk Utility and Choose to Erase the Macintosh HD

Choose for Security options how secure you want to be


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