The Austin MacWorks Official Blog

Consider Business Cyber Insurance
Cyber insurance can protect your business from crippling financial losses after a security breach. Learn what’s covered, what’s not, and how to shop for the right policy for your company.

Apple Silicon Macs Can’t Boot from the DFU Port
If your Apple silicon Mac won’t boot from an external drive, the issue may be related to which USB-C port you’re using—the special DFU port cannot be used for booting from external drives. Learn how to identify that port on your Mac.

Use AirPlay to Mirror or Extend Your Mac’s Display
Want to demo something on a big screen? AirPlay can mirror your Mac’s display—or just specific windows—to an Apple TV-equipped TV or another Mac. It’s perfect for presentations, sharing content with a group, or increasing your screen space.

Try Blip for Fast Transfers of Any Size Between Platforms
Looking for a better way to transfer large files across devices and platforms? Blip offers secure, direct file transfers between Apple devices and other platforms, with no size limits and automatic resumption of interrupted transfers.

Why Every Business Needs an AI Policy
Shadow AI is commonplace in workplaces, with half of employees using unauthorized AI tools and many sharing sensitive data. Learn why your business needs a formal AI policy to harness the benefits of AI while safeguarding against its significant risks.

Beware Domain Name Renewal Phishing Attacks
Phishing scams are becoming more sophisticated. A message that seems to come from an Internet domain host and arrives around the time of a domain renewal could deceive even experienced users.
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