Lion's passwords can be changed by local users

In OS X, user passwords are encrypted and then are stored in files called “shadow files” which are placed in secure locations on the drive. Based on system permissions, the contents of these files can then only be accessed and modified by the user, or by administrators provided they first give appropriate authentication. This means […]

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PR: QuickBooks for Mac 2012 Saves Small Businesses Time With a Lion OS Experience

Redesigned User Interface Delivers Complete Mac Experience; New Features Provide Fast Access to Data, Simplify Tasks MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Sep. 07, 2011 – Small businesses can find more ways to save time with a Mac experience they expect in the latest release of QuickBooks® financial software from Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU).  QuickBooks for Mac 2012 offers more than […]

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Rumor: Apple not honoring Lion up to date program from Amazon.com

Some users who bought Macs from Amazon in the days before and after Lion’s release are receiving notification from Apple that their Lion Up-To-Date order will not be honored because it hasn’t come from an “authorized reseller” — though of course Amazon is a properly-credentialed reseller. 9to5Mac reports. It’s unclear how many users are affected, though the issue could be the […]

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