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Many people think that iTunes automatically backs up or that by exporting their library they are creating a backup. But this isn’t true.

To this day, there are plenty of reasons to switch email providers or just let old email addresses slowly gather dust. Below is a rundown on how to delete a Gmail account and what to use instead if you’re looking for a change.

By changing default apps to the ones you prefer, you’ll have more control over how you work with your files and be able to skip the headache of re-opening files with a new app every time, saving you precious minutes. Thankfully, changing default settings is fairly easy.

A number one cloud-based storage system today, Dropbox essentially made storing data online mainstream. This app simplifies syncing files across different devices and offers an easy way to share photos, folders, or send large files (i.e. too large for emails) to others.

Before the internet, live flight tracking was virtually unheard of: with no simple way to track a flight prior to arriving at the airport, it was a case of crossing your fingers and hoping that there were no unforeseen delays. Things have changed a lot since then, with Apple’s Messages app offering a simple and effective way of tracking flight progress.

Since its initial release nearly 30 years ago, Microsoft Office has become one of the world’s most popular productivity suites. With programs like Word and Excel for Mac, it’s no wonder that the MS Office suite is a must-download on any computer.

iTunes media player has been available for many years now, and it has expanded a lot. Since 2003, the creators at Apple have continued to develop new ways of improving the listening experience. Now iTunes offers more than just tunes — it plays the role of being a central hub for entertainment.

In March 2019 Microsoft released their proprietary antivirus software for Mac, named Windows Defender ATP (Advanced Threat Protection). The release took many by surprise, not only for its cross-platform support but also because it made them question if antivirus software for Mac was actually needed.

For those who have never used Terminal commands on Mac before, the app’s resemblance to hacking (as seen in movies) can be a little intimidating. But in fact, Terminal isn’t all that complicated once you know a little about how it works.

An additional perk of having iCloud is that it comes with a free email account. So if you have an Apple ID, you by default have an iCloud email account.

Whether you’re deleting Facebook because you’re suffering from platform fatigue, you’re advertisement-adverse, or just believe the channel has sucked the social out of social media, here is a thorough guide to help you deactivate, close, and delete your Facebook account while still holding on to your memories.

If you own a Mac, pay for a Netflix subscription, and want to know how to watch Netflix offline, there are a number of fast, easy, and legal solutions that will let you have a cinematic experience.