Latest articles by Nathan Alderman
How to Compress Video with HandBrake
Use this free tool to fit video into smaller file sizes while preserving its picture quality.
How to Run Pi-hole on Your Mac
Turn any always-on Mac into an automatic ad blocker for your entire network.
How to Run Docker on Your Mac
Ready to dive into the world of containerized software? This free app can help.
Checksums 101: How to make sure your downloads are the real deal
One simple step can help keep your computer free from malware.
How to kill commercials on your Mac DVR
Three ways to make your recorded TV commercial-free, from quick and lazy to time-consuming but precise.
How to Rip Your Blu-ray Collection
Freed from their plastic prisons, your Blu-ray movies can follow you to any device, while looking and sounding as pristine as ever.
Blocs 3 for Mac: Advanced features you shouldn't miss
Learn how to take advantage of this web design app’s full capabilities.
Blocs 3 for Mac: Beginner's guide
This simple tutorial will ease you into the ins and outs of this feature-packed but user-friendly web design app.
Blocs 3 for Mac review: The best simple web design app gets even better
A redesigned interface makes assembling prefab web sites a snap, while powerful new features let you customize your creations with ease.
Nest Cam vs. WyzeCam: Clash of the connected cameras
The top-of-the-line veteran or the super cheap upstart: Which indoor camera gives you the most bang for your buck?
CloudMounter 3.3 review: 95% silver lining by volume
This handy, unobtrusive app brings a bevy of different storage services from the cloud to your Finder.
How to create eBooks and print books With Vellum
Step-by-step instructions to turn any word processing document into bookstore-friendly ebooks and print-ready PDFs.
Pages vs. Vellum: Which eBook creation app is best for you?
There’s no clear winner in a matchup between these ebook-creation tools – just a question of what you want, and what you can afford.
Vellum 2.2 review: Making eBooks (and print books) effortless
While we have some complaints about Vellum, it still functions like the software of our aspiring-author dreams.
Pages review: The Best New Way to Create Ebooks on the Mac
If you want to create great-looking ebooks with minimal hassle, your best option is probably sitting quietly on your hard drive right now.
How to create ebooks with Pages on Mac
Apple’s update to its workhorse word processor makes professional-looking e-publishing easier than ever.
How to compile your manuscript in Scrivener for Mac
Here’s how to get your story, novel, screenplay, or research paper in the right shape to share with others.
Scrivener: An Intro to the Mac's Best Writing App
Learn what makes this popular writing app special — and how to tell whether it's the right choice for you.
How to write a screenplay in Scrivener for Mac
Scrivener can help you turn out a professional-looking movie script with surprising ease.
How to get started with Scrivener for Mac
This popular app makes it easy to just start writing.
Best advanced features in Scrivener for Mac
Once you’ve mastered Scrivener’s basics, up your game with some of its more esoteric features.
How to Budget Your Life Without Spending a Dime
An easy-to-create Numbers spreadsheet can help you track your money without making you part with it.
