Joe Kissell: 21 books

Fix common problems, and handle uncommon problems like a pro! Updated January 23, 2019 Macs are generally quite reliable as computers go, but they can still experience significant problems. In this essential guide from best-selling author Joe Kissell, you'll learn key troubleshooting...

Overcoming Tech MisconceptionsJust as a single "flipped bit" in a piece of computer code can bring an otherwise reliable app crashing to a halt, a single misconception in your understanding of personal computing technology can cause all manner of problems -- including lost data, wasted time,...

Keep your Mac running smoothly and prevent common problems with a simple, do-it-yourself maintenance program! Updated January 23, 2019 Macs, like all machines, are prone to break down eventually--in either a physical sense (a component going bad) or a logical sense (files becoming corrupted,...

Accelerate your Mac! Updated January 23, 2019 If your Mac seems a lot slower now than when you first bought it, it's not your imagination. Over time, your Mac can become bogged down with extra background tasks, run out of free RAM and disk space, and encounter a wide variety of other...

Includes coupons worth $30 off Data Backup and 10% off CrashPlan Although the 228-page ebook is organized so you can start backing up without reading every page, the full ebook will teach you to: Design a reliable backup system. You'll learn how to develop a backup system that is not only...

Overcome password frustration! Updated April 11, 2019 Passwords have become a truly maddening aspect of modern life, but with this book, you can discover how the experts handle all manner of password situations, including multi-factor authentication that can protect you even if your...

Joe walks you through these important steps: Identifying backup hardware that matches your needs and budget Understanding the pros and cons of Time Machine, including nine situations where you'll want to go beyond Time Machine Setting up your backup drive (or Time Capsule) Configuring Time Machine...