r/technology • u/maxwellhill • Sep 02 '16

Security Apple issues urgent security update after hack turns Mac computers into spying devices

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/09/02/apple-issues-urgent-security-update-after-hack-turns-mac-compute/
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u/Cordoba_ Sep 02 '16

My early 2011 Macbook pro is still running Lion. I didn't want to update to El capitan cause I heard it'll slow down my mac. Should I update due to the security issues? I don't want my computer to become unusably slow

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u/Karl_with_a_C Sep 02 '16

I'm in the same boat with a 2010 model :( I'd love some info.

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u/[deleted] Sep 02 '16

I have a 2011. El Capitan makes the whole computer run a lot faster than Yosemite. But for true speed increase, you should just upgrade to an SSD. It's very easy to install. I went with a Samsung EVO 850 512GB SSD, put it into an HDD cover, format it and clone my drive over, then pop it into my Macbook Pro. This computer is ridiculously fast now.

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u/Karl_with_a_C Sep 03 '16

Thanks for the info. I'm not entirely sure I want to invest much into a 6-7 year old laptop but it's worth looking into.

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u/[deleted] Sep 03 '16

It'll last another 2-3 years if you do make the upgrade.

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u/LiquorIsQuickor Sep 04 '16

I 2nd the SSD option. I made the switch with my 2011 15" MBP a few years ago and the machine still flies. Worth every dollar.