Well over half of Americans save account passwords to an application or web browser, and at least as many also store private documents on their computers. That’s fine for people who take active measures to protect their data, but if you give away a computer, you surrender all control over it.
Secure your Mac before discarding it
Want to get rid of your Mac? Not so fast
Buying a secondhand Mac is a popular way to save money on relatively expensive equipment that retains its value. Conversely, selling your used Mac is a great way to expose yourself to potential identity theft. Keep your personal information safe when getting rid of a Mac computer by adhering to these tips.
iTunes 10.7 Update: Heavy On Security Fixes, Short On Details
Yesterday, Apple released an updated version of their popular media player and mobile syncing software, iTunes 10.7. The update adds new features (like support for upcoming iOS 6) and fixes security vulnerabilities.