Macworld iCloud backs up our iOS devices, keeps all our photos and videos safe and in sync, and even syncs our macOS desktop between Macs–and lets us access it via an iPhone or iPad. But all those files have to take up space, right? Thankfully, Apple has a number of storage options available for iCloud, and in our guide to iCloud subscriptions and pricing, we explain which is the right one for you, along with how to upgrade or downgrade your iCloud storage. For related advice, take a look at How to set up iCloud and How to use iCloud Drive. We also round up the pros and cons of some rival cloud providers in Best cloud storage apps for iPhone. iCloud…

Macworld Cloud storage might seem an inexpensive way to keep files. But after a few years, the cost of renewing an annual subscription is going to add up. Want something that’s a little more cost-effective? Then check out Prism Drive Secure Cloud Storage — especially until June 20 since you can get a lifetime subscription to 10TB of space with extra savings. Prism Drive offers subscribers access to a huge amount of secure cloud-based space with which to store all of their files. How they differ is in the cost — while other providers charge you to renew a subscription every year, Prism Drive instead charges you only once when you first sign up. And for that one low payment,…

Macworld Cloud storage might seem an inexpensive way to keep files. But after a few years, the cost of renewing an annual subscription is going to add up. Want something that’s a little more cost-effective? Then check out Prism Drive Secure Cloud Storage — especially until June 20 since you can get a lifetime subscription to 10TB of space with extra savings. Prism Drive offers subscribers access to a huge amount of secure cloud-based space with which to store all of their files. How they differ is in the cost — while other providers charge you to renew a subscription every year, Prism Drive instead charges you only once when you first sign up. And for that one low payment,…

Want to keep your photos, videos and important files safe for life? Get the Degoo Premium 10TB lifetime backup plan for just $79.97. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

Macworld Do Macs get viruses? Do Macs need antivirus software? The answers to these questions aren’t as simple as they might seem. In this article, we look at the dangers faced by Mac users, and the pros and cons of using Mac antivirus software. Historically, the Mac has been considered safe and secure for a number of reasons that we will go into below, but in recent years the consensus has fluctuated. In its 2020 State of Malware report, Malwarebytes said it saw “a significant rise in the overall prevalence of Mac threats in 2019, with an increase of over 400 percent from 2018.” The following year, the company found that overall malware detected on macOS decreased by 38 percent…

Macworld Do Macs get viruses? Do Macs need antivirus software? The answers to these questions aren’t as simple as they might seem. In this article, we look at the dangers faced by Mac users, and the pros and cons of using Mac antivirus software. Historically, the Mac has been considered safe and secure for a number of reasons that we will go into below, but in recent years the consensus has fluctuated. In its 2020 State of Malware report, Malwarebytes said it saw “a significant rise in the overall prevalence of Mac threats in 2019, with an increase of over 400 percent from 2018.” The following year, the company found that overall malware detected on macOS decreased by 38 percent…