Best of Mac — March 2025

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   Bash vs. Zsh: Key differences and when to use each

   Bash and Zsh are powerful Unix-based command-line shells. Bash, known for its simplicity and speed, is the default shell on most Linux systems and offers strong scripting capabilities. Zsh, with advanced customization and interactivity, is the default shell on macOS since Catalina and supports plugins through Oh My Zsh. Both shells can be run on macOS, Linux, and Windows, allowing users to select based on their preferences and system requirements.

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   David Heinemeier Hansson·1y

   The Year on Linux

   Switching from Apple to Linux, Neovim, and Framework felt challenging initially but ultimately liberating. While the author believes Linux might be ideal for developers, they acknowledge that personal preferences, resistance to change, and practical needs are valid reasons to stick with Apple. Advocacy for such transitions should be modest as pushing too hard can generate resentment.

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   Product Hunt·1y

   PeekNote - Lightweight always-on-top notes for devs & multitaskers

   PeekNote is a lightweight macOS app designed to keep notes and code snippets always within reach without cluttering the screen. It features always-on-top functionality, quick copy/paste, color-coded tabs for organization, and a lightweight design that ensures fast performance. Ideal for developers and multitaskers.

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   The Cool Blog

   The author's journey with macOS began in school, using machines from iMacs to MacBooks but with limited exploration outside a restrictive environment. Their deeper engagement began with Hackintoshing, starting with a Dell Inspiron that ultimately succeeded post 2020 lockdown. The post covers the intricate details and issues of Hackintoshing, from USB port limits to configuring ACPI patches. Through attempts on multiple laptops, the author shares their challenges and the knowledge gained from making macOS run on incompatible hardware. Despite the end of Hackintoshing looming with Apple's switch to ARM, the author appreciates the learning experience it provided.

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