Macs, like Windows computers, benefit from routine maintenance. Regular tune-ups help protect Macs, both desktop and laptop models, from potential data loss, needlessly slow performance and other issues.

Just what steps should a macOS tune-up checklist include? Check out the steps below, from TechRepublic Premium, to ensure you get proper, consistent results during each macOS tune-up.

From the checklist:

REMOVE UNNEEDED BROWSER EXTENSIONS

When performing macOS tune-ups, check and remove unneeded applications and browser extensions. These third-party add-ons can add bulk and performance delays. If you’ve previously loaded extensions that you no longer use, just delete the extensions.

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