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A few tips for using MacOS, when you have a strong Windows background
Coming from a Windows background, I share my three-week experience with the new MacBook Pro, highlighting how MacOS respects my preferences by staying out of the way compared to the bloatware found in Windows 11. I also discuss the challenge of limited screen resolution settings on the 14-inch display and how I solved it using a third-party tool to reclaim the workspace I was accustomed to.
A journey into using a MacBook Pro 14" M2 Max (2023) after a lifetime on Windows and PCs
As a long-time Windows and Microsoft ecosystem enthusiast, I’m sharing my initial experience transitioning to a MacBook Pro 14″ M2 Max. I’ll walk you through my complex multi-device home office setup and explain how I manage daily tasks like Teams, Azure, and coding across these platforms. This article offers my honest verdict on what it’s like to switch from Windows to macOS while remaining deeply immersed in Microsoft services.
A long-term review of using a MacBook Pro 14" M2 Max
In this long-term review, I share my experience as a lifetime Windows and Linux user who has spent nearly a year working with a MacBook Pro 14" M2 Max. While the hardware is impressively powerful and the display is excellent, I discuss significant frustrations with MacOS’s window management, file handling, and infrequent, uninspired updates compared to the Windows ecosystem.
A look back: Three years of working out at the gym
If you are curious about how to maintain long-term fitness consistency, read on as I share my experience three years into my gym journey. I discuss shifting my focus from one-off heavy lifts to increased volume, the benefits of going digital with my trainer, and the convenience of building a fully equipped home gym during the pandemic.
Finding the perfect 4K display for a MacBook Pro
Looking to create a seamless, portable office setup with your MacBook Pro? I share my experience narrowing down the perfect 32-inch 4K display, ultimately choosing the Benq PD3205U for its reliability and single-cable convenience. This guide details how I balanced compatibility with Windows customer laptops against the need for a high-quality, eye-friendly workspace.
Jussi Roine
Microsoft MVP and consultancy founder with 30+ years of experience, passionate about Microsoft security, AI governance, and sharing what I learn along the way.