If your Mac is compatible with macOS Sierra, you’ll see a huge banner advertising Apple’s latest operating system in your Mac App Store. But what if you don’t want to upgrade right now? Here’s how you can hide the Sierra upgrade banner.
How to Create a macOS Sierra USB Installer for the Developer Preview
Like its recent predecessors, users can upgrade to macOS Sierra by downloading the installation app from the Mac App Store. But nothing beats the flexibility of a bootable USB installer. Here’s how to create a macOS Sierra USB Installer for the Sierra Developer Preview.
macOS Sierra System Requirements
macOS Sierra is sporting more than just a new name. Apple’s next desktop operating system will introduce a slate of new features and, for the first time in more than two years, more demanding system requirements. Here’s what you need to know to see if your Mac can run Sierra when it’s released this fall.
How to Fix the Windows 10 VMware SVGA 3D Compatibility Issue
Users who try to upgrade their Windows 7 and 8 VMware virtual machines to Windows 10 may be having an issue with a supposedly incompatible display driver. Here’s how to bypass this compatibility check and upgrade your VMs to Windows 10.
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Quick Tip: How to Find Your Windows 10 Build Number
Now that Microsoft has pledged to update Windows 10 indefinitely, specific Windows build numbers are crucial to aiding troubleshooting and ensuring software and hardware compatibility. Here’s how you can find the exact build number of the version of Windows residing on your PC.
The Key to a Successful Windows 10 Clean Install is to Upgrade First
Microsoft’s new licensing and upgrade policy for Windows 10 makes in-place upgrades as easy as can be, but those seeking a clean install are encountering issues. Here’s the trick you need to know to successfully perform a clean install of Windows 10.
How to Use the Incomplete Windows 10 Dark Theme
Windows 10 generally features a bright light theme for app and menu backgrounds and title bars. While it won’t be available at launch, those who prefer a darker look can preview the incomplete “dark theme” in Windows 10 via a few quick registry tweaks. Here’s how to do it.
How to Disable Snap Assist in Windows 10
Snap Assist in Windows 10 enhances the traditional Snap feature by recommending companion apps when a user snaps one app to a side or corner of their screen. This can be helpful in many cases, but power users may wish to handle this process themselves without Microsoft’s suggestions. Here’s how you can disable Snap Assist in Windows 10.
How to Make an OS X El Capitan USB Installer for the Developer Beta
Apple has made digital distribution and in-place upgrades of OS X incredibly easy thanks to the Mac App Store, but sometimes nothing can beat the convenience and flexibility of a physical OS X USB installer. Here’s how you can make your own USB installer for the just-released OS X El Capitan Developer Beta.
OS X El Capitan System Requirements and Compatibility
Apple has gone to great lengths to make recent versions of OS X, including Mavericks and Yosemite, available on a wide range of Macs dating back in some cases to 2007. And with the announcement of the next version of OS X during this week’s WWDC event, it appears OS X El Capitan system requirements may be just as inclusive as its predecessors.