774: Answering Common Tech Support Questions

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to manually and automatically back up your iPhone or iPad using iCloud. It covers the types of data that are backed up, such as photos, videos, device settings, app data, and more. It also explains how to ensure your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network, a power source, and has enough iCloud storage space. Additionally, it details how to restore backups from iCloud if your device is replaced, lost, or damaged.

An emergency kit is crucial for surviving on your own for several days after a disaster. It should include basic supplies such as water (one gallon per person per day), non-perishable food, a flashlight, battery-powered or hand-crank radio, first aid kit, extra batteries, and personal hygiene items. Additional items may include medications, multi-purpose tools, sanitation supplies, copies of personal documents, cell phone chargers, and cash. The kit should also consider the unique needs of family members, such as baby supplies, pet food, and prescription medications.

These guides cover various methods to back up iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch data. This includes using iCloud, iTunes on a Windows PC, the Finder on macOS, and third-party software like iMazing. The steps involve connecting the device to a computer, selecting backup options, and optionally encrypting the backup data. Backups can be stored locally on the computer or in iCloud, and they are essential for protecting data against loss or damage to the device.

Apple's Passwords app allows users to centralize their password and passkey management. It integrates with iCloud Keychain to sync data securely across all Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, and Macs. The app features auto-fill capabilities, 2-factor verification code setup, and alerts for compromised passwords. Users can also create and manage shared password groups with trusted contacts, ensuring secure sharing and updating of credentials[1][2][4].

This guide explains the process of designating a trusted person as a Legacy Contact to manage your Apple ID data in the event of your death. It includes steps on how to add a Legacy Contact, the types of data they can access, and the security measures involved. The Legacy Contact will need an access key and a death certificate to gain access to your iCloud data, including photos, messages, notes, and other files.

Printopia is Bob Fingerman's first all-new graphic novel in over a decade. It is set in New York City and features a cast of eccentric creators unleashing their visions on the world. The story is described as part 'Ghost World,' part acid trip, and has been praised by Matt Groening as 'Brilliantly written... masterfully drawn... funny as hell.'

This guide provides steps to reset the printing system on a Mac, which involves deleting all printers from the list, clearing information about completed print jobs, and resetting printer presets. The process can be done through the System Settings or System Preferences, depending on the macOS version. It also includes command-line options for advanced troubleshooting.

These guides explain the different methods to back up an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using a Mac. This includes using iCloud, the Finder in macOS Catalina or later, and iTunes. The instructions cover how to connect the device, enable backups, and manage backup settings, including encryption and storage options.

This book provides strategies for minimizing risk, monitoring identity, and managing the damage caused by identity theft. It covers various types of identity theft, including financial, criminal, medical, and familial, and offers practical advice through memorable stories and relevant lessons.

Advanced Data Protection for iCloud is an optional setting that provides Apple’s highest level of cloud data security. It uses end-to-end encryption to protect data categories such as iCloud Backup, Photos, and Notes. To enable this feature, users must have two-factor authentication, a passcode or password on their devices, and updated software on all devices signed in with their Apple ID. Users are also required to set up at least one account recovery contact or recovery key since Apple cannot recover the data if the user forgets their password or loses access to their account.

This book by Eva Hagberg delves into the relationship between Eero Saarinen, a renowned Finnish-born architect, and his wife Aline Louchheim Saarinen, a pioneering publicist. It explores their love story, Aline's role in Eero's architectural firm, and the broader context of women in architecture. The book also reflects on the author's own experiences and connections to the Saarinens, making it a personal and insightful look into the lives of these architectural figures.

This guide explains how to use Time Machine to back up your Mac to multiple external storage devices. It covers the setup process, how Time Machine rotates the backup schedule among the disks, and how to view and restore backups from multiple disks. The guide also provides tips on ensuring data integrity and managing backup frequencies.

This Field Guide by David Sparks is designed to help users of all levels master the Shortcuts app on their iPhone and iPad. It includes introductory videos, advanced lessons, and a section with almost two dozen sample shortcuts that users can download and customize. The guide also features interviews with power users such as Rosemary Orchard, Myke Hurley, John Voorhees, Stephen Millard, and Stephen Hackett, providing diverse perspectives on using Shortcuts effectively. The Plus Edition adds the opportunity to participate in webinars hosted by David Sparks or download them for later viewing[2].