Always reset your Mac before selling or passing it along to a friend. Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Selling your old Mac or passing it to a friend or family member? It is always a good idea to ...

Whether you're getting ready to upgrade to the latest M4 MacBook Air or just want a clean slate to weed out any performance ...

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Before you spend big on a new Mac, though, try a factory reset, which wipes your computer and reinstalls a clean version of macOS. A factory reset is also the best way to prepare your old computer for ...

Macs are known for their reliability, and if you're running one with macOS Catalina, you know that firsthand. For that reason, they can be hard to let go of. However, there comes a time in every Mac ...

Planning to sell or trade-in your old MacBook? Factory resetting it is the best way to clear your personal data before you pass it along to a new owner. Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a ...

Apple Silicon or Intel-based Macs have an option to be reset to factory mode. Once the Mac device is reset, all the applications and saved personal data are formatted, and the device is restored to ...

When the time comes to sell or pass on your Mac to a new owner, it’s crucial to take the necessary steps to protect your personal information and ensure a smooth transition. Apple has made the process ...

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This article explains how to erase and factory reset your Mac if you plan to give it away, sell it, or trade it in. Apple silicon Macs and Intel Macs with a T2 security chip (2017-2020 models) have an ...