Going over the built-in software and additional laptop features after coming home from a Mac^® store with a new or pre-owned MacBook^® can be exciting. While familiarizing yourself with the machine, there are a few points to keep in mind. Here are a few do’s and don’ts to follow to prevent operational problems, hardware damage, and additional concerns.

Do:

Install and run antivirus software.

After you get home from the Mac store with the laptop, install an antivirus program and run the software before you log into your email, open internet browsers, and run other programs. The antivirus software is a security system for the MacBook, protecting against malware attacks and other cyberthreats. To make sure you have adequate protection, always install antivirus software updates whenever they become available. 

Invest in a good case.

If you travel with the MacBook, make sure to transport it in a durable, sturdy case. This will reduce the likelihood of hardware damage that makes it difficult or impossible to use the laptop. If you decide to trade in the computer later, you’ll also get a better value when the equipment is free of damage. 

Don't:

Open links in suspicious emails.

Although running antivirus software reduces the risk of attacks, you should still practice caution when opening emails. If you don’t recognize the sender, consider deleting the email without opening. If you do look at a suspicious message, don’t download any links in the email. This is often how cybercriminals access people’s machines. Clicking on links could download malware onto your MacBook.   

Leave unattended when traveling.

If you take the device with you on vacation or while traveling for work, don’t leave it out of your sight. MacBook laptops are valuable and high-ticket items that burglars can resell. If you are staying in a hotel, put the computer in a safe or conceal it in your luggage to keep it out of sight. 

If you want to invest in a high-quality MacBook or need laptop repairs for your current machine, contact the professionals at Experimax North Tampa. Based in Tampa, FL, the Mac store is known throughout Hillsborough County for its extensive inventory of affordable and certified pre-owned Apple^® products. The sales associates are eager to show you their selection and share advice on how to keep your machine running smoothly. To inquire about specific merchandise, call (813) 280-2620, or visit the Mac store online to see what devices are available.