Finder is macOS' equivalent of Windows Explorer for Windows. It is the backbone of the user interface (UI) and, typically, you would not want to quit it. However, just like its Windows alternative, Finder may also crash or become unresponsive. The best way to fix this issue is to either restart the computer or restart the Finder process alone. Needless to say, the latter option is quicker, and this post is meant to teach you how to force quit Finder when you notice that it is not responding:...

Spotify is one of the most popular music streaming services, and it is preferred over Apple Music by many owners of Apple devices. Regardless if you are using Spotify on macOS or Windows, you might have noticed that Spotify is configured to start whenever the system boots up automatically. If you do not wish this to happen, then we have included a short guide on how to stop Spotify from opening on startup: How to Stop Spotify from Opening on Startup from the Program's Settings...

AccessibilityDock is a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) that appears to have been causing problems for macOS users worldwide. The software does not boast any valuable features, and having it on your computer is likely to be accompanied by undesired side effects and changes, which usually affect the default system Web browser. The AccessibilityDock is designed to promote low-quality search engines and websites that may be set as your browser's default new tab page, homepage or search...

Searcher4u.com is a low-quality search engine that is likely to display more advertisements, pop-ups and sponsored search results. It is not as reliable as major online search services like Google, Bing, or Yahoo, so you should not consider using it as their replacement. The primary issue with Searcher4u.com is the fact that it appears to be advertised with the use of low-quality software, which is categorized as either a browser hijacker or a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP). Having such...

The 'Dear Chrome User, Congratulations!' scam is hosted on misleading websites that may change their contents to match your browser version. This means that it is very likely that you may come across the same tactic branded with the logo and name of Firefox, Opera, Safari or Microsoft Edge. The goal of the con artists behind these fake pop-ups is to convince users that they have won an amazing gift, which should be redeemed in the next few minutes. Typically, the gift is an expensive gadget...

The Ekvf Ransomware is a threat that is being spread online via fake downloads, misleading advertisements, pirated games/software and other suspicious files. The best way to make sure that the Ekvf Ransomware will never get to your system is to use an up-to-date anti-virus tool to protect your data. Users who have not taken the necessary precautions to protect their computers may fall victim to Ekvf Ransomware's attack unknowingly and, unfortunately, this may have terrible consequences for...

The Ncovid Ransomware is a file-encryption Trojan that shares many similarities with a less popular ransomware family called RIP Lmao . Unfortunately, neither of these threats are compatible with free decryption utilities, and the users who fall victims to their attacks may be unable to recover their data reliably unless they have access to a backup copy of their important files. The Ncovid Ransomware is likely to be spread online with the use of various misleading messages and other...

Apple's iMessage is a great service, which allows Apple users to easily contact each other, regardless if they are using a laptop, computer, tablet, or phone. However, some users tend to get annoyed by the constant iMessage notifications, while others want to get rid of the app completely. If you are looking for a way to deactivate iMessage on your Mac, then follow the instructions below: Turning off Notifications If you only wish to turn off notifications for iMessage, then you need...

If you are having trouble connecting an external drive or USB stick to your Mac, then there might be several ways to approach the problem and to try and find a potential solution. Many users panic when they realize that their Mac does not show or detect the connected drive at all but, thankfully, this problem is not permanent. Here are some of the things to try: Troubleshoot the Connection The first thing to check is whether the device you are using is not experiencing any...

If you are using the Apple Mail app as your primary email client, then it is very likely that your inbox is full of messages that are making it difficult to navigate through your past email conversations. Even worse, having a cluttered Apple Mail inbox may result in the search feature working poorly – it may not display some results or may prioritize the wrong emails. The good news is that this issue can be solved by rebuilding the Apple Mail Index. Here is how to do it: Rebuilding the...

By default, your Mac may start a lot of applications whenever it boots up. Typically, users prefer to auto-start software like Discord, Skype, other messaging clients, Steam, Origin, or other gaming platforms. However, many users report that their Chrome Web browser also starts automatically, even though they do not want this to happen. If your Chrome browser is also popping up whenever you boot up your Mac, then the guide below will help you to stop this from happening: Option #1...

Managing free space on your Mac can be a tedious task, but there are some tricks to make it easier to identify files that can be removed. In this post, we will tell you how to find large, duplicate, and hidden files on your Mac. There may be multiple ways to do this, so make sure to pick the one that you find to be the most convenient: How to Locate Large Files Open the Apple Menu -> About This Mac -> Storage. Select 'Manage' and then click on 'Reduce Clutter' -> 'Review...

Gestyy.com is a website that you would not want to see in your Web browser. While it is not a danger, it redirects users to multiple ad-ridden pages, which forces you to wait a certain time before accessing the content you wanted to see. This is a shady monetization strategy that many low-quality websites use but, Gestyy.com, in particular, is linked to adware. Seeing this page in your browser is likely to mean that there is adware running in the background, and you will end up seeing this...

Searchmy.co is a Web page that is being promoted through the use of shady software categorized as a browser hijacker or a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP). The good news is that this software is not considered to be malware, and the worst it can do to your computer is to set Searchmy.co as your browser's default new tab page, homepage or search engine. While using Searchmy.co is not unsafe, it may hinder your browsing experience by showing unwanted ads, or providing low-quality search...

Online technical support tactics remain a very profitable scheme for con artists who want to trick users into paying hundreds of dollars for fake services or products. Typically, such tactics operate by warning users that their computer is in danger because of a serious issue or malware and that they can solve the issue by following the instructions seen in the message. The 'Your Computer Has Been Blocked' technical support scam is one of these cons, and it is being promoted online through...

The Backup Ransomware is a file-encryption Trojan that is being delivered to potential victims with the use of corrupted emails, deceptive advertisements, fake downloads and pirated content. If the Backup Ransomware manages to reach your computer without being stopped by anti-virus software, it may end up causing damage to your files. The Backup Ransomware encrypts documents, images, videos, databases, archives and many other files. Users will be able to recognize the damaged data because of...

The Microsoft Store is not used by many users, but it is still sometimes needed to fetch a particular application or game that is hosted on it. Being unable to open the Microsoft Store may prevent you from accessing certain content and, needless to say, solving this problem as soon as possible should be one of your main priorities. If you can't open the Microsoft Store on Windows, then follow these instructions to try and fix the issue: Reset the Microsoft Store application Many...

Spotlight is the name of macOS' enhanced search feature, and it is one of the most frequently used tools by Mac users. It enables users to easily find all sorts of files such as documents, emails, media, and more. However, sometimes Spotlight may start showing weird results such as missing certain files even though you know you have them on your device. To solve the problem, you need to rebuild the Spotlight index. Here is how to do it: Rebuild the Index via the macOS Preferences...

The iMovie application comes pre-installed on all macOS devices, but many people do not end up using it at all. Of course, having unnecessary software eat up your disk space is not a great idea, and removing iMovie may often be the best option. If you are looking for instructions on how to uninstall iMovie from your Mac, then pay attention to the steps below: Go to Finder -> Applications Right-click the 'iMovie' icon and select 'Move to Trash.' Make sure to delete the iMovie...

iTunes is a mandatory piece of software to have if you wish to easily manage the data on your iPhone or iPad. However, some users often report having problems when trying to install iTunes and seeing various errors that prevent the operation from completing. If you also can't install iTunes, then we have some troubleshooting tips that will, hopefully, help you to resolve the issue and get iTunes installed in a matter of minutes: Run iTunes Repair If you are trying to reinstall...