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T-Mobile Sidekick, Mac OS X sync up
April 21, 2005
Mark/Space announced on Thursday the availability of software for the T-Mobile Sidekick cellular device and Apple Computer's Mac OS X operating system.
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Gartner: Beware of Mac OS spyware
March 29, 2005
The research firm is warning companies using Mac OS to guard against malicious-code attacks and spyware.
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Apple releases patch for Mac OS X
January 26, 2005
The Mac maker plugs security holes in Safari, Mail and ColorSync and includes open-source fixes for several other programs.
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Bluetooth worm targets Mac OS X
February 17, 2006
Pest isn't believed to have attacked users yet, but two examples of malicious software to target Mac OS in two days may signal trend.
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Apple plugs 'critical' holes in OS X
September 23, 2005
Ten new patches for the Macintosh operating system address myriad flaws that open systems to remote attacks, experts say.
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Dell founder thinks different about Apple
June 16, 2005
Chairman of the No. 1 PC maker says he'd be interested in offering the Mac OS if the opportunity ever came up.
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Darwin flaws survive in Apple's Mac OS X
January 19, 2005
An audit of the open-source OS from which Apple borrowed much of the Mac OS X code reveals vulnerabilities that affect Apple's software.
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Apple fixes broken OS X patch
August 19, 2005
Issues new security update to replace one that disabled support for 64-bit applications in the operating system.
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Mac OS X in hackers' crosshairs, report says
March 22, 2005
Symantec has warned that as Apple's market share rises, its operating system will come under increased attack.
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Java glitch hits OS X update
April 19, 2005
Recent update causes Java-related headaches for some Mac owners, Apple has acknowledged.
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Apple updates Mac OS to squash bugs
June 28, 2006
Operating system update includes fixes for several security flaws as well as general feature updates.
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McAfee bites into Apple security
May 5, 2006
Launches antivirus for Mac, saying Apple's operating system is "just as vulnerable" to targeted attacks as its competitors.
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Apple plugs 25 Mac OS X flaws
April 19, 2007
Fourth security update this year addresses vulnerabilities that could let attackers hit Macs.
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Apple fixes 26 Mac OS flaws
August 2, 2006
Some of the vulnerabilities are serious and could be used in malicious attacks to commandeer Macs.
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Apple tries to patent 'tamper-resistant software'
November 9, 2005
As company prepares to shift to Intel-based hardware, it files to protect method of securing code to specific hardware.
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Security from A to Z: OS X
November 28, 2006
Debate rages over whether the Mac operating system is inherently safer than Windows. Part of a series on hot security topics.
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Winner mocks OS X hacking contest
March 7, 2006
Hacker gains operating control of a Mac Mini using an unpublished vulnerability, says machine is "easy pickings."
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Apple: Windows on a Mac is here
April 5, 2006
Company says Boot Camp enables Intel-based Macs to run XP natively. Beta's ready for download. Images: Installing Boot Camp
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Leopard, uncaged: Mac OS X upgrade debuts
October 30, 2007
The new version of Apple's operating system hit stores with a wide array of new features to check out, from Time Machine to Cover Flow to iChat Theater.
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Is Mac OS as safe as ever?
February 27, 2006
Trio of threats suggest hackers are now eyeing the previously ignored software. Should fans worry?
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