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Let's break down the reasons why customers resist hiring IT workers: The primary reason is the cost of hiring tech professionals, - [macOS Tahoe impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/macos-tahoe-impressions/) - Most of the online discussions about macOS Tahoe have revolved around the UI design, what Apple calls Liquid Glass. Personally, I like the design, but it's understandable that some people have grown used to the previous, more staid interface. What's surprising is that so much ire has been focused on graphic design elements (such as - [PingFederate Consulting](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/pingfederate-consulting/) - MacMaven offers expert Ping Federate consulting services. - [SiteMinder Consulting](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/siteminder-consulting/) - MacMaven offers expert SiteMinder SSO consulting and a brief introduction to SiteMinder. - [Welcome](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/welcome/) - Welcome to MacMaven Consulting's blog. - [Looking like Jeffrey Epstein](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/looking-like-jeffrey-epstein/) - True story. I was jogging in Central Park today and saw a man who looked a lot like Jeffrey Epstein. It must suck royally to be him. My Jeffrey Epstein dude, if you're reading this do something to look less like him. Dyeing your hair would be a simple first step. - [How to hire a Mac tech support company](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/how-to-hire-a-mac-tech-support-company/) - The questions you should ask prospective Mac consultancies. - [The drawbacks of buying Macs from your Mac consultant](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/the-drawbacks-of-buying-macs-from-your-mac-consultant/) - I don't sell hardware to my clients. I advise MacMaven clients on what to buy, where to buy it from, and the price they should pay. Unless your Mac consultant is an authorized Apple dealer, I strongly advise not to buy Macs from him or her. A Mac consultancy that I won't name (and is - [Apple Brand Value](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apple-brand-value/) - Apple's brand value, as exemplified by an interaction in Laos. - [Apple Airport development team disbanded](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apple-airport-development-team-disbanded/) - Apple disbanded its Airport development team. - [My Lenox Hill Radiology estimate wasn't what I was billed](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/my-lenox-hill-radiology-estimate-wasnt-what-i-was-billed/) - Lenox Hill Radiology provided a written estimate that did not match the rate contracted with my insurance company. Why? - [Synology NAS as a macOS Server replacement](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/synology-nas-as-a-macos-server-replacement/) - A Synology NAS is a viable replacement for macOS Server's Open Directory and file sharing. A separate MDM solution is needed to replace Profile Manager. - [macOS Sequoia initial impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/macos-sequoia-initial-impressions/) - My initial impressions of macOS Sequoia, including application functionality, performance, and glitches. - [Mac security log collection](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mac-security-log-collection/) - MacMaven implemented a solution to collect macOS security logs using Elasticsearch and Filebeat. - [Doctors who require a credit card on file](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/doctors-who-require-a-credit-card-on-file/) - Five reasons why you shouldn't use doctors that require a credit card on file for unpaid bills. Take your business elsewhere! - [Spring 2024 iPad Pro](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/spring-2024-ipad-pro/) - My thoughts on the Spring 2024 iPad Pro and the possibility of running macOS on an iPad Pro. - [Investing in AAPL](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/investing-in-aapl/) - Investing in AAPL and areas of future revenue growth - [Student Mac support](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/student-mac-support/) - MacMaven Consulting provides tech support and tutoring for elementary through high school students. - [T-Mobile lost my mother's phone returned to its warehouse](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/t-mobile-lost-phone-returned-warehouse/) - T-Mobile lost my mother's phone that was returned to its warehouse. What should have been a simple return turned into a saga. - [Doron Zanani passing](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/doron-zanani-passing/) - Doron Zanani's passing - [macOS Sonoma impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/macos-sonoma-impressions/) - Findings, opinions, and impressions about macOS Sonoma, version 14 of macOS. - [Mac unified log collection options](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mac-unified-log-collection-options/) - It's important for any business with more than a handful of computers to centrally collect security logs. Using a SIEM, situational awareness is greatly improved via event correlation and automated alerts. Apple provides a command line tool and an API to extract event logs. For those businesses that prefer commercial software, JAMF Protect sends MacOS - [Bitwarden password manager](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/bitwarden-password-manager/) - I've been a fan of 1Password for years. It has served me very well, and I recommend it without reservation to most of my clients. Unfortunately, I had to stop using it because of DoD CMMC requirements. When storing CUI (controlled unclassified information), any cloud service must be either FedRAMP authorized or have FedRAMP-equivalent security. - [Is your Mac consultant a rip-off?](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/is-your-mac-consultant-a-rip-off/) - Mac consultancy billing practices that you should watch out for. If you feel that you're getting ripped off, you probably are. - [CISO vs Director of Information Security](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/ciso-vs-director-of-information-security/) - There are major differences between CISO and Director of Information Security positions. Don't be fooled into taking the wrong job. - [iMac Target Display Mode](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/imac-target-display-mode/) - iMac Target Display mode is not supported with current Macs. Alternative solutions are provided. - [FedEx provided astonishingly bad service](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/fedex-provided-astonishingly-bad-service/) - An exasperating FedEx customer service experience. - [Portable home directories with Sierra](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/portable-home-directories-and-mobile-user-accounts-with-sierra/) - Apple discontinued portable home directories on Sierra. - [NIST SP 800-179: Securing Apple OS X 10.10](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/nist-sp-800-179/) - NIST 800-179 covers OS X 10.10 Yosemite security. - [Don't store passwords in the Contacts app](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/dont-store-passwords-or-other-sensitive-data-in-the-contacts-app/) - You shouldn't store sensitive data in the Contacts app on the Mac or iPhone. It's a security risk. - [Verizon FiOS False Advertising](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/verizon-fios-false-advertising-and-awful-customer-service/) - An experience about Fios bait and switch advertising. - [Amazon free shipping provided poor experience](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/amazon-free-shipping-provided-poor-customer-experience/) - A poor experience that I had with Amazon.com shipping. - [Workaround for Outlook.com double sent messages](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/workaround-for-outlook-com-imap-double-sent-messages/) - A workaround for Apple Mail's double sent messages with Outlook.com accounts using IMAP. - [Home sharing not working on Apple TV 4th gen](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/home-sharing-not-working-on-apple-tv-4th-generation/) - A simple solution to Home Sharing failures with Apple TV. - [How to play albums in order on an iPod Shuffle](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/play-albums-in-order-ipod-shuffle/) - Instructions on how to play albums in the correct song order on an iPod shuffle. - [Verizon iPad SIM card deactivation](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/sim-card-deactivation-on-verizon-ipads/) - Verizon iPad SIM card deactivated five months after canceling data plan. - [Adding an SSD to a Mac Pro](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/adding-an-ssd-to-a-mac-pro/) - How I added an SSD to a 2009 Mac Pro. - [YubiKey smart card login with Open Directory](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/yubikey-smart-card-login-with-open-directory/) - An unsupported way to pair a YubiKey with an Open Directory network account. - [Radeon RX 580 with Mac Pro](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/radeon-rx-580-with-mac-pro/) - Using a Radeon RX 580 (Sapphire Nitro+) with a 2009 Mac Pro. - [We do enterprise tech!](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/we-do-enterprise-tech/) - MacMaven Consulting implements enterprise technologies using all major operating systems. - [Why don't we provide managed services?](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/why-dont-we-provide-managed-services/) - MacMaven Consulting doesn't adhere to the MSP model because it doesn't benefit most businesses that use Macs. - [August 2022 MacBook lineup](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/august-2022-macbook-lineup/) - Advice on MacBook models from Apple's August 2022 lineup. The M2 MacBook Air is compelling for for those with general computing needs and value portability. - [Horizontal vs. vertical photos and video](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/horizontal-vs-vertical-photos-and-video/) - A discussion about taking horizontal vs vertical photos and video on smartphones. Don't make the mistake of overusing vertical shots - [QuickBooks Desktop and FIPS encryption](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/quickbooks-desktop-and-fips-encryption/) - QuickBooks Desktop cannot be used with Windows FIPS mode. Use of FIPS cryptography is a NIST 800-171 compliance requirement. - [iCloud Data Security](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/icloud-data-security/) - A historical post about iCloud data security. - [Open Directory Magic Triangle](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/open-directory-magic-triangle/) - The Open Directory Magic Triangle. - [OS X Server - Wiki](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/os-x-server-wiki/) - A historical post about the OS X Server Wiki functionality. - [Common infrastructure issues](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/common-infrastructure-issues/) - Common infrastructure issues I encountered at my clients' offices in 2012. - [MobileMe to iCloud Migration](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mobileme-icloud-migration/) - A historical post about MobileMe to iCloud migration. - [Apple ID management](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apple-id-management/) - Two shortcomings of Apple ID management. - [Panasonic Link-to-Cell Cordless Phone](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/panasonic-link2cell-cordless-phone/) - A review of the Panasonic KX-TG7643 cordless phone system. - [OS X Server – Profile Manager](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/os-x-server-profile-manager/) - An introduction to the Mac's Profile Manager application. - [Safari slow after booting Mac](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/safari-slow-booting-mac/) - A historical post about storing Safari's data folders on an alternative drive. - [Mountain Lion](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mountain-lion/) - A historical post about OS X Mountain Lion. - [Mountain Lion bugs](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mountain-lion-bugs/) - A historical post about bugs in Mountain Lion. - [Notes syncing with Mountain Lion](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/notes-syncing-with-mountain-lion/) - A historical post about syncing notes between Macs and iOS devices. - [Lightning to 30-pin Adapter](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/lightning-to-30-pin-adapter/) - What's in a Lightning to 30-pin adapter? - [Time Warner Cable modem rental fee](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/time-warner-cable-modem-rental-fee/) - How to avoid Time Warner Cable's modem rental fee. - [Local vs Cloud backup](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/local-vs-cloud-backup/) - A comparison of local and cloud backups. - [Two great utilities](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/two-great-utilities/) - A brief introduction to two great Mac utilities, iStat Menus and ForkLift. - [Parallels 8 First Impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/parallels-8-first-impressions/) - My first impressions of Parallels 8. - [VPN on OS X Server](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/vpn-on-os-x-server/) - The benefits of having an office VPN. - [Memory options for 2012 iMacs](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/memory-options-for-2012-imacs/) - A historical post about the memory options for 2012 iMacs. - [OS X Server - NetInstall](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/os-x-server-netinstall/) - A historical post about NetBoot, NetInstall, and NetRestore. - [Window Tidy](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/window-tidy/) - A Mac alternative to Windows' Snap feature, Window Tidy. - [Free music from the New York Public Library](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/free-music/) - A historical post about the Freegal music service offered by the NYPL. - [T-Mobile announces iPhone 5 availability](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/iphone-5-on-t-mobile/) - Pricing for the iPhone 5 and service for AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. - [timeEdition free time tracking software](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/timeedition-free-time-tracking-software/) - timeEdition is an open source time tracking application. - [802.11ac](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/802-11ac/) - A brief discussion about the speed of 802.11ac Wi-Fi. - [QuickBooks 2013 for Mac](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/quickbooks-2013-for-mac/) - MacMaven Consulting started using QuickBooks 2013 for Mac. - [OS X Contacts Printing Options](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/os-x-contacts-printing-options/) - Little-known options to print your Mac's address book. - [Apple ID two-step verification](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apple-id-two-step-verification/) - A historical post about Apple ID two-step verification. - [Questionable advice](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/questionable-advice/) - Bad advice given by a Mac consultant about frequently restarting your Mac. - [Time Machine metadata](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/time-machine-metadata/) - How to view Time Machine metadata. - [The best performing PC is a Mac](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/best-pc-is-a-mac/) - A historical post about using a MacBook Pro to run Windows. - [Time Machine disk full options](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/time-machine-disk-full-options/) - Some options when your Time Machine backup drive is full. - [Puppet](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/puppet/) - A brief introduction to Puppet configuration management software. - [Fusion Drive](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/fusion-drive/) - A brief introduction to the Mac Fusion Drive. - [The menu bar debate](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/menu-bar-debate/) - A historical post about a Mac user interface problem with the menu bar when using multiple displays. - [Fixing split albums in iTunes](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/fix-split-albums-itunes/) - How to fix split albums in iTunes. - [Multi-WAN routers](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/multi-wan-routers/) - The benefit of using a multi-WAN router. - [Photos in the Cloud](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/photos-in-the-cloud/) - A historical post about cloud storage options for Macs. - [iTunes streaming from iCloud](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/itunes-streaming-from-icloud/) - A historical post about streaming iTunes media purchases. - [Secure email](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/secure-email/) - GPG and S/MIME are two options for securing email messages on the Mac. - [Google Apps for Business](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/google-apps-for-business/) - An introduction to Google Apps for Business. - [T-Mobile SIM card in a 3rd Gen Verizon iPad](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/t-mobile-sim-card-verizon-ipad/) - T-Mobile's free data promotion for tablets in 2013. - [Time Warner Cable modem rental fee part 2](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/time-warner-cable-modem-rental-fee-part-2/) - Time Warner Cable's modem rental fee and how to avoid it. - [FaceTime microphone input bug](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/facetime-microphone-input-bug/) - A microphone settings bug in Yosemite. - [Little Snitch first impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/little-snitch-first-impressions/) - My first impressions of Little Snitch. - [iCloud Keychain vs. 1Password](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/icloud-keychain-vs-1password/) - A comparison of iCloud Keychain and 1Password. - [Quicken for Mac 2016 Review](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/quicken-for-mac-2016-review/) - My Quicken for Mac 2016 review. - [Ditching Adobe Flash on the Mac](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/ditching-adobe-flash-on-the-mac/) - I ditched Adobe Flash on my Mac Pro. - [iPhone swollen battery](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/iphone-swollen-battery/) - My experience with an iPhone swollen battery. - [Alternatives to Profile Manager for Macs](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/alternatives-to-profile-manager-for-macs/) - Some alternatives to Apple's Profile Manager. - [Apple TV 4th generation review](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apple-tv-4-review/) - My review of the 4th generation Apple TV. - [DirecTV Now review](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/directv-now-review/) - My review of DirecTV Now. - [Backup strategy for Mac ransomware](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/backup-strategy-for-mac-ransomware/) - Backup tips for protecting yourself against Mac ransomware. - [Thoughts on the iMac Pro](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/thoughts-on-imac-pro/) - My thoughts on the iMac Pro. - [iPod nano and shuffle discontinued](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/ipod-nano-and-shuffle-discontinued/) - Apple discontinued the iPod nano and shuffle. - [Mesh Wi-Fi Routers](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mesh-wi-fi-routers/) - A short introduction to mesh Wi-Wi routers. - [Security Through Obscurity](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/security-through-obscurity/) - A "security through obscurity" incident at Apple. - [Two-factor authentication](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/two-factor-authentication/) - An introduction to two-factor authentication and a list of some of the popular services that offer it. - [iPhone X first impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/iphone-x-first-impressions/) - My first impressions of the iPhone X. - [iMac storage options](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/imac-storage-options/) - A historical post about iMac storage options, including Fusion drives and SSDs. - [OS X Server value](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/os-x-server/) - A historical post about the value of OS X Server. - [Configurator](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/configurator/) - A historical post about the Configurator app on the Mac. - [The New iPad](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/the-new-ipad/) - A historical post about the introduction of the iPad 3. - [Parallels 7 First Impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/parallels7-first-impressions/) - My first impressions of Parallels 7. - [Google Home first impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/google-home-first-impressions/) - My first impressions of Google Home and Google Home Mini. - [Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/meltdown-and-spectre-vulnerabilities/) - A historical post about the Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities. - [Upcoming macOS Server changes](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/upcoming-macos-server-changes/) - A historical post about the reduction in functionality of macOS Server. - [Should I know my employees' passwords?](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/should-i-know-my-employees-passwords/) - Generally speaking, you should not know your employees' passwords. - [Messages in iCloud considerations](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/messages-in-icloud-considerations/) - Things to consider if you enable Messages in iCloud. - [One week with Mojave](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/one-week-with-mojave/) - A historical post about my issues with macOS Mojave after using it for a week. - [Frequently encountered issues with Macs](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/frequently-encountered-issues-with-macs/) - Mac issues that I regularly see at new clients. - [Mojave first impressions](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mojave-first-impressions/) - A historical post about my initial impressions of macOS Mojave. - [APFS volumes](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apfs-volumes/) - A brief discussion about Apple's APFS volumes. - [2019 Apple wish list](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/2019-apple-wish-list/) - A wish list for Apple products for 2019. - [Mitigate spoofed email](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mitigate-spoofed-email-using-spf-dkim-and-dmarc/) - MacMaven Consulting can configure your email SPF, DKIM, and DMARC settings. - [Verizon Fios installation review](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/verizon-fios-installation-review/) - A recap of my sloppy Fios installation job. Fios rectified the issue at no cost to me. - [Apple's SMB problem](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apples-smb-problem/) - The one where Apple broke Mojave's SMB file sharing. - [Mac apps I like by independent developers](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mac-apps-i-like-by-independent-developers/) - Some of the Mac apps I regularly use by independent developers. - [Should I worry about information security?](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/should-i-worry-about-information-security/) - A brief discussion about the importance of focusing on information security. - [Our Mac application library](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/our-mac-application-library/) - MacMaven Consulting has a large software library which benefits its clients. - [VPN remote access](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/vpn-remote-access/) - The benefits of using an office router with VPN capability. - [Should I buy a Mac now?](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/should-i-buy-a-mac-now/) - Historical blog post discussing whether it's prudent to buy an Intel Mac prior to the release of ARM-based Macs. - [Apple lawsuit update](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/apple-lawsuit-update/) - Update on my lawsuit against Apple regarding deactivated Verizon SIM cards on the iPad. - [Mac calendar share vs. delegate](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/mac-calendar-share-vs-delegate/) - The difference between sharing and delegating calendars explained on the Mac. - [Ikea BROR review](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/ikea-bror-review/) - My review of Ikea BROR shelving and cabinets. - [Fix for Brother MFC-7820N paper jamming](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/fix-for-brother-mfc-7820n-paper-jamming/) - How to fix a common problem with Brother MFC-7820N paper jamming. - [TP-Link Kasa smart plug connection issues](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/tp-link-kasa-smart-plug-connection-issues/) - Advice for handling Kasa HS105 connection issues. - [Coronavirus data](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/coronavirus-data/) - Here are good COVID-19 data sources for New Yorkers. - [Inbox Zero alternatives with Apple Mail](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/inbox-zero-alternatives-with-apple-mail/) - Inbox Zero is time-consuming. Here are suggested alternatives to Inbox Zero using Apple Mail. - [Software tips and tricks](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/software-tips-and-tricks/) - Useful macOS and iOS tips and tricks. - [NIST 800-171 compliance in Mac-based offices](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/nist-800-171-compliance-in-mac-based-offices/) - Advice from the trenches for meeting NIST 800-171 requirements in Mac-based offices. - [The "Whoa!" contractor scam](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/the-whoa-contractor-scam/) - When dealing with a contractor, don't fall for the scam when something "unexpected" happens during the job. - [New 24-inch iMac](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/new-24-inch-imac/) - Thoughts on the 24-inch M1 iMac. - [They aren't MAC computers](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/they-arent-mac-computers/) - Why do some people turn Mac computers into an acronym? - [Clicking on links can be a risk](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/clicking-on-links-can-be-a-risk/) - Clicking on links in emails or Google search results can be a security risk. - [Why is server work expensive?](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/why-is-server-work-expensive/) - IT vendors and service providers typically charge more for servers and associated consulting than workstations. - [Wireless iPhone charging](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/wireless-iphone-charging/) - Wireless charging is a great, inexpensive option for your iPhone. - [March 2022 Mac lineup](https://macmavenconsulting.com/blog/march-2022-mac-lineup/) - Should I buy a Mac now or wait? 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