Author: Ruslana Lishchuk

Data management changed completely with the invention of cloud storage. Cloud technology meant more accessibility, security, and data recovery options. Nowadays, users feel lost with the number of cloud storage solutions the market offers. So, with iCloud and Google Drive being the major powerhouses in the field, which is the better one? This blog post offers a comprehensive analysis of the aforementioned cloud storage, including a detailed description of the plans, functionality, and advantages that each platform provides. Intro to iCloud and Google Drive iCloud: Initially launched on October 12, 2011, as personal cloud storage for Apple Inc. iCloud is…

So, you want to sell your Mac or hand it down to a friend or relative? Though it may seem like a good deal, you’re likely to wonder what you should do with the tons of personal info you’ve accumulated throughout the years. Is there a way to wipe off this data from the current device while keeping my data safe? The answer is yes, and this blog post will show you how. We offer you a brief guide on how to reset a MacBook Pro or any other Mac without erasing personal data. What You Must Do Before You Reset…

When dealing with archived files or transferring data from one operating system to another, you may receive an error message: “Resource Fork xattr is missing or empty for compressed file”. Why does the error appear? Is something serious going on with my Mac? How do I get rid of it? In this blog post, we’re going to break down the reasons behind the “Resource Fork xattr is missing for compressed file” error and provide some working solutions. Why Do I See Resource Fork Xattr Is Missing Error? Mac users typically encounter the error when working with compressed files. The most common…

It’s any user’s worst nightmare: your Mac stops recognizing your hard drive. Among all the inconveniences an HDD failure brings, losing your personal files is probably the most frightening. An unresponsive drive, though, doesn’t equate to permanent erasure of the data you store in it. The guide comes to your rescue and walks you through the process of a broken hard drive recovery. Common Reasons Behind HDD Failure Before we dive deeper into possible ways to recover data from a dead hard drive, let’s review the common reasons behind a disk failure. Generally speaking, these causes can be either be…

Some Mac users report encountering the “Problems were found with the partition map which might prevent booting” error while attempting to run Disk Utility’s First Aid, when booting their MacBook or during a routine Recovery Mode check. The error indicates issues with a partition map, which is essential for locating volumes properly and mounting the drives. We offer you a practical guide to eliminating partition map errors, as well as useful considerations on how to prevent accidental data loss during the fixing process. What Causes the “Problems Were Found With the Partition Map” Error? As we’ve already stated, partition map…

Encountering a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is a bit like your PC suddenly stepping on a Lego in the dark. Painful and shocking. If you see the stop code kernel_security_check_failure on Windows 11, don’t go into panic mode. First thing you must do is pay attention. This error means something in Windows’ core (the “kernel”) has failed a security check. In the steps below, we’ll break down why this might happen and walk through fixes, step by step and to get your PC to boot normally again. Possible Causes for Kernel Security Check Failure This ludicrous BSOD scare can…

Encountering a blue screen on Windows 11 with the message “WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR” on an otherwise happy day can take away your smile. The WHEA error (also seen as stop code 0x00000124) stands for Windows Hardware Error Architecture, and Intel says that it means a hardware component (CPU, memory, power supply, disk, etc.) has encountered a fault. Right here, right now, we’ll break down why this BSOD happens and walk you through some of those practical fixes. Don’t panic. With systematic troubleshooting, you’ll track down those culprits and get your Windows 11 running like Usain. Again! Possible Causes Before diving into fixes,…

Ever been stranded with a PC that just won’t roll back? System Restore is supposed to be your digital safety net, but it can leave you high and dry when it fails. Whether you’re on Windows 10 or 11, hitting a “restore point failed” error can be as frustrating as your Wi-Fi dropping during the best part of a movie. Windows users rely on restore points all the time when things go sideways, but when this feature refuses to work, it feels like all hope is lost. Okay. Enough with the nightmares! Let’s explore the common reasons why System Restore…

Accidental data erasure is more common than many Mac users tend to believe. Considering how likely it is to swipe needed files away by accidentally clicking a button, macOS doesn’t automatically delete the files the moment you hit “Delete”. These files get transferred to the Trash instead. But what if you cleared the Trash folder? Is there a way to reverse these changes? Let’s explore the possible solutions on how to recover the emptied Trash on a Mac with and without specialized software. 5 Working Ways to Recover Trash Data on Mac If you find files that were deleted from…

When you erase a file on a Mac, it is not necessarily the end. Nowadays, macOS users have a number of methods to recover their deleted data. Even if you deleted your files from your Mac Trash Bin, you still have some options. You can use either built-in macOS features for data recovery, or you can use a data recovery solution – it is up to you. In this blog post, we aim to provide a brief yet comprehensive review of data recovery options on macOS. Keep reading to learn how to recover deleted files on a Mac in no…