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Inside Apple: Security, Privacy, and Powering Linux on M-Series Chips

Published 22 days ago • 1 min read

by Kenny Wolf

Clear Byte decodes the hidden layers of hacking, privacy, and digital systems — delivering academic clarity in byte-sized, actionable insights for tech-curious minds.

Inside Apple

This week, Clear Byte takes a deep dive into the Apple ecosystem. From running Linux on M-series Macs to understanding the cryptographic heart of Apple’s systems. Apple has quietly expanded its security documentation, opened up its bug bounty program, and revealed how its devices manage entropy and randomness. Whether you’re a developer, hacker, or privacy enthusiast, this issue cuts through the noise to reveal the tech behind.

How To Setup Linux on Apple M-Chips

Run Linux on Apple M-series Macs easily! Learn how to set up Linux using QEMU, UTM, and OrbStack - fast, reliable, and ARM-optimized.

What caught my eye this week

Entropy sources on Apple devices

Ever wondered how Apple devices collect entropy for random number generators? I don't think so, but still here it is.

Apple Security Platform

Apple has an own platform where you can find anything related on security.

Need some cash?

Apple updated their Bug Bounties for security bugs, up to $2 Million.

Tip of the Week

The iPhone has very extensive configurations and settings for security and privacy. But often, they are not activated by default. I found an extensive list on Wired with important settings.
Forward this to a friend who cares about online security.

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Clear Byte decodes the hidden layers of hacking, forensics, and digital systems—delivering academic clarity in byte-sized, actionable insights for tech-curious minds.

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