Need Tips on secure download of FOSS/.DMG files
I have always wondered about the best ways to protect oneself from malicious files when downloading free open-source software in .DMG or .zip format from GitHub or anywhere.
With the proliferation of AI and CLI tools, this has become more necessary than ever before to check for any hidden files. I decided to ask here as we have a diverse group of users, including professionals and developers.
So please suggest your preferred workflows, apps, software, websites or other methods you use to check something before downloading it.
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I have always wondered about the best ways to protect oneself from malicious files when downloading free open-source software in .DMG or .zip format from GitHub or anywhere.
With the proliferation of AI and CLI tools, this has become more necessary than ever before to check for any hidden files. I decided to ask here as we have a diverse group of users, including professionals and developers.
So please suggest your preferred workflows, apps, software, websites or other methods you use to check something before downloading it.
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DockDoor Pro - The Dock Apple Wouldn't Build
https://preview.redd.it/xj7fd0c2px0h1.png?width=1251&format=png&auto=webp&s=711b2037c02bca62a80fd3197da38e5c037ae827
When the free app DockDoor was released in 2024, it was the first time I had seen a developer add window previews to the Mac Dock in much the same way that other operating system from Redmond handles them. For kicks, it also included a Windows-style application switcher, also free.
I have been updating some older reviews, so I went back to check on DockDoor. Not only does the original free version still exist, but the developer has also added a paid Pro version with a much larger feature set.
The splash page for DockDoor Pro puts its claim front and center:
DockDoor Pro - The Dock macOS Deserves
The official native Mac dock replacement with profiles, live window previews, media controls, a file tray, magnification, and everything Apple left out.
That is bold, but defensible.
# What It Does
The real question with any Dock utility is whether it replaces the native Dock or merely augments it. DockDoor Pro can do either. I hid the native Dock completely and did not run into any problems.
The other killer feature, and one Apple will probably never give us for fear of waking the ghost of Steve Jobs, is the ability to exclude a running app from the Dock. You no longer have to stare at every app just because it happens to be open.
Dock Profiles \- I work in multiple contexts. Some of my time is spent testing software and writing reviews. For that, I need quick access to a file manager, an uninstaller, Activity Monitor, Drafts, Obsidian, my Downloads folder, the folder where I keep rough drafts, the folder where I keep archives, and Reddit.
DockDoor Pro profiles can include:
Pinned apps
Folders
Files
Widgets
URLs
Design elements, including separators and spacers
When I switch to media management, I need a different setup: Calibre, Swinsian, Yate, digiKam, & ToyViewer.
When it is time to do research or just relax, I want Inoreader, FreeTube, Plex, Radarr, Sonarr, and websites like Mac Menu Bar and AlternativeTo.
DockDoor Pro gives you two ways to switch profiles. The easiest is to associate a specific app with a profile. When you open an app tied to another workflow, the Dock profile changes automatically. If you work with multiple monitors, you can also assign different Docks on a per-display basis.
One welcome feature is the ability to export Dock profiles as JSON. That makes it easy to move a setup to another Mac or keep a restorable backup in case an experiment goes sideways.
Control Panel \- Each Dock contains a tiny icon that opens a control panel when long-clicked. It consolidates an app launcher, profile switcher, volume slider, audio device picker, and power controls. It is a well-designed bit of UI rather than a pile of bolted-on buttons.
File Tray \- If you keep your Dock at the bottom of the display, scrolling on it reveals a file tray. You can drop files there temporarily, drag them back out when you need them, or send them via AirDrop directly from the tray.
Widgets \- DockDoor Pro also includes small widgets that add live tiles directly to the Dock, including weather and system stats. They stay compact at rest and expand with more detail on hover. They also adapt to the
https://preview.redd.it/xj7fd0c2px0h1.png?width=1251&format=png&auto=webp&s=711b2037c02bca62a80fd3197da38e5c037ae827
When the free app DockDoor was released in 2024, it was the first time I had seen a developer add window previews to the Mac Dock in much the same way that other operating system from Redmond handles them. For kicks, it also included a Windows-style application switcher, also free.
I have been updating some older reviews, so I went back to check on DockDoor. Not only does the original free version still exist, but the developer has also added a paid Pro version with a much larger feature set.
The splash page for DockDoor Pro puts its claim front and center:
DockDoor Pro - The Dock macOS Deserves
The official native Mac dock replacement with profiles, live window previews, media controls, a file tray, magnification, and everything Apple left out.
That is bold, but defensible.
# What It Does
The real question with any Dock utility is whether it replaces the native Dock or merely augments it. DockDoor Pro can do either. I hid the native Dock completely and did not run into any problems.
The other killer feature, and one Apple will probably never give us for fear of waking the ghost of Steve Jobs, is the ability to exclude a running app from the Dock. You no longer have to stare at every app just because it happens to be open.
Dock Profiles \- I work in multiple contexts. Some of my time is spent testing software and writing reviews. For that, I need quick access to a file manager, an uninstaller, Activity Monitor, Drafts, Obsidian, my Downloads folder, the folder where I keep rough drafts, the folder where I keep archives, and Reddit.
DockDoor Pro profiles can include:
Pinned apps
Folders
Files
Widgets
URLs
Design elements, including separators and spacers
When I switch to media management, I need a different setup: Calibre, Swinsian, Yate, digiKam, & ToyViewer.
When it is time to do research or just relax, I want Inoreader, FreeTube, Plex, Radarr, Sonarr, and websites like Mac Menu Bar and AlternativeTo.
DockDoor Pro gives you two ways to switch profiles. The easiest is to associate a specific app with a profile. When you open an app tied to another workflow, the Dock profile changes automatically. If you work with multiple monitors, you can also assign different Docks on a per-display basis.
One welcome feature is the ability to export Dock profiles as JSON. That makes it easy to move a setup to another Mac or keep a restorable backup in case an experiment goes sideways.
Control Panel \- Each Dock contains a tiny icon that opens a control panel when long-clicked. It consolidates an app launcher, profile switcher, volume slider, audio device picker, and power controls. It is a well-designed bit of UI rather than a pile of bolted-on buttons.
File Tray \- If you keep your Dock at the bottom of the display, scrolling on it reveals a file tray. You can drop files there temporarily, drag them back out when you need them, or send them via AirDrop directly from the tray.
Widgets \- DockDoor Pro also includes small widgets that add live tiles directly to the Dock, including weather and system stats. They stay compact at rest and expand with more detail on hover. They also adapt to the
DockDoor Pro - The Dock Apple Wouldn't Build
https://preview.redd.it/xj7fd0c2px0h1.png?width=1251&format=png&auto=webp&s=711b2037c02bca62a80fd3197da38e5c037ae827
When the free app DockDoor was released in 2024, it was the first time I had seen a developer add window previews to the Mac Dock in much the same way that other operating system from Redmond handles them. For kicks, it also included a Windows-style application switcher, also free.
I have been [updating some older reviews](https://appaddict.app/post/dockdoor-adds-functionality-to-macos), so I went back to check on DockDoor. Not only does the original free version still exist, but the developer has also added a paid Pro version with a much larger feature set.
The splash page for DockDoor Pro puts its claim front and center:
**DockDoor Pro - The Dock macOS Deserves**
**The official native Mac dock replacement with profiles, live window previews, media controls, a file tray, magnification, and everything Apple left out.**
That is bold, but defensible.
# What It Does
The real question with any Dock utility is whether it replaces the native Dock or merely augments it. DockDoor Pro can do either. I hid the native Dock completely and did not run into any problems.
The other killer feature, and one Apple will probably never give us for fear of waking the ghost of Steve Jobs, is the ability to exclude a running app from the Dock. You no longer have to stare at every app just because it happens to be open.
**Dock Profiles** \- I work in multiple contexts. Some of my time is spent testing software and writing reviews. For that, I need quick access to a file manager, an uninstaller, Activity Monitor, Drafts, Obsidian, my Downloads folder, the folder where I keep rough drafts, the folder where I keep archives, and Reddit.
DockDoor Pro profiles can include:
* Pinned apps
* Folders
* Files
* Widgets
* URLs
* Design elements, including separators and spacers
When I switch to media management, I need a different setup: [Calibre](https://appaddict.app/post/calibre-keeps-getting-better), [Swinsian](https://appaddict.app/post/swinsian-music-app-the-answer-to-feature-bloat), [Yate](https://appaddict.app/post/i-replaced-apple-music-with-yate-swinsian-navidrome-and-an-ipod-classic-surprisingly-better), [digiKam](https://appaddict.app/post/digikam-is-replacing-apple-photos-google-photos-and-amazon-photos-for-me), & [ToyViewer](https://appaddict.app/post/toyviewer-a-preview-replacment).
When it is time to do research or just relax, I want [Inoreader](https://appaddict.app/post/inoreader-rss-gets-new-features), [FreeTube](https://appaddict.app/post/freetube-maybe-the-most-underrated-app), [Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/me), [Radarr](https://appaddict.app/post/2025-01-07), Sonarr, and websites like [Mac Menu Bar ](https://macmenubar.com/)and [AlternativeTo](https://alternativeto.net/).
DockDoor Pro gives you two ways to switch profiles. The easiest is to associate a specific app with a profile. When you open an app tied to another workflow, the Dock profile changes automatically. If you work with multiple monitors, you can also assign different Docks on a per-display basis.
One welcome feature is the ability to export Dock profiles as JSON. That makes it easy to move a setup to another Mac or keep a restorable backup in case an experiment goes sideways.
**Control Panel** \- Each Dock contains a tiny icon that opens a control panel when long-clicked. It consolidates an app launcher, profile switcher, volume slider, audio device picker, and power controls. It is a well-designed bit of UI rather than a pile of bolted-on buttons.
**File Tray** \- If you keep your Dock at the bottom of the display, scrolling on it reveals a file tray. You can drop files there temporarily, drag them back out when you need them, or send them via AirDrop directly from the tray.
**Widgets** \- DockDoor Pro also includes small widgets that add live tiles directly to the Dock, including weather and system stats. They stay compact at rest and expand with more detail on hover. They also adapt to the
https://preview.redd.it/xj7fd0c2px0h1.png?width=1251&format=png&auto=webp&s=711b2037c02bca62a80fd3197da38e5c037ae827
When the free app DockDoor was released in 2024, it was the first time I had seen a developer add window previews to the Mac Dock in much the same way that other operating system from Redmond handles them. For kicks, it also included a Windows-style application switcher, also free.
I have been [updating some older reviews](https://appaddict.app/post/dockdoor-adds-functionality-to-macos), so I went back to check on DockDoor. Not only does the original free version still exist, but the developer has also added a paid Pro version with a much larger feature set.
The splash page for DockDoor Pro puts its claim front and center:
**DockDoor Pro - The Dock macOS Deserves**
**The official native Mac dock replacement with profiles, live window previews, media controls, a file tray, magnification, and everything Apple left out.**
That is bold, but defensible.
# What It Does
The real question with any Dock utility is whether it replaces the native Dock or merely augments it. DockDoor Pro can do either. I hid the native Dock completely and did not run into any problems.
The other killer feature, and one Apple will probably never give us for fear of waking the ghost of Steve Jobs, is the ability to exclude a running app from the Dock. You no longer have to stare at every app just because it happens to be open.
**Dock Profiles** \- I work in multiple contexts. Some of my time is spent testing software and writing reviews. For that, I need quick access to a file manager, an uninstaller, Activity Monitor, Drafts, Obsidian, my Downloads folder, the folder where I keep rough drafts, the folder where I keep archives, and Reddit.
DockDoor Pro profiles can include:
* Pinned apps
* Folders
* Files
* Widgets
* URLs
* Design elements, including separators and spacers
When I switch to media management, I need a different setup: [Calibre](https://appaddict.app/post/calibre-keeps-getting-better), [Swinsian](https://appaddict.app/post/swinsian-music-app-the-answer-to-feature-bloat), [Yate](https://appaddict.app/post/i-replaced-apple-music-with-yate-swinsian-navidrome-and-an-ipod-classic-surprisingly-better), [digiKam](https://appaddict.app/post/digikam-is-replacing-apple-photos-google-photos-and-amazon-photos-for-me), & [ToyViewer](https://appaddict.app/post/toyviewer-a-preview-replacment).
When it is time to do research or just relax, I want [Inoreader](https://appaddict.app/post/inoreader-rss-gets-new-features), [FreeTube](https://appaddict.app/post/freetube-maybe-the-most-underrated-app), [Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/me), [Radarr](https://appaddict.app/post/2025-01-07), Sonarr, and websites like [Mac Menu Bar ](https://macmenubar.com/)and [AlternativeTo](https://alternativeto.net/).
DockDoor Pro gives you two ways to switch profiles. The easiest is to associate a specific app with a profile. When you open an app tied to another workflow, the Dock profile changes automatically. If you work with multiple monitors, you can also assign different Docks on a per-display basis.
One welcome feature is the ability to export Dock profiles as JSON. That makes it easy to move a setup to another Mac or keep a restorable backup in case an experiment goes sideways.
**Control Panel** \- Each Dock contains a tiny icon that opens a control panel when long-clicked. It consolidates an app launcher, profile switcher, volume slider, audio device picker, and power controls. It is a well-designed bit of UI rather than a pile of bolted-on buttons.
**File Tray** \- If you keep your Dock at the bottom of the display, scrolling on it reveals a file tray. You can drop files there temporarily, drag them back out when you need them, or send them via AirDrop directly from the tray.
**Widgets** \- DockDoor Pro also includes small widgets that add live tiles directly to the Dock, including weather and system stats. They stay compact at rest and expand with more detail on hover. They also adapt to the
Dock's design, so they do not look like afterthoughts.
The music widget is almost an app within the app. You get album art, a seek bar, and synchronized lyrics with a karaoke-style anticipation offset. Whether that is useful or just fun depends on how you work. I do not need lyrics in my Dock, but I understand the appeal.
# Customization
This is the least opinionated Dock app I have used. If you are not inclined to fiddle, it looks fine out of the box. If you like to experiment, you can control almost every visible part of the UI, including:
* Color
* Spacing
* Padding
* Background
* Shape
# Conclusion
DockDoor Pro is still in beta, and there is a warning not to use it on a mission-critical machine, so do not install it on your boss's MacBook and blame me if something gets weird. That said, I have not encountered any instability after two weeks of constant use.
This is an app best suited for power users, especially those with multi-monitor setups or workflows that shift throughout the day. If you use the same five apps all the time and do not care about customizing your workspace, you can probably skip it. But if you have ever wanted the Dock to be more useful, more contextual, and less stubbornly Apple-like, DockDoor Pro is worth a look.
**DockDoor Pro Website** \- [DockDoor Pro - Official macOS Dock Replacement](https://pro.dockdoor.net/)
**Privacy Policy** \- [DockDoor Pro | Privacy Policy & EULA](https://pro.dockdoor.net/legal/)
**Price** \- $20
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The music widget is almost an app within the app. You get album art, a seek bar, and synchronized lyrics with a karaoke-style anticipation offset. Whether that is useful or just fun depends on how you work. I do not need lyrics in my Dock, but I understand the appeal.
# Customization
This is the least opinionated Dock app I have used. If you are not inclined to fiddle, it looks fine out of the box. If you like to experiment, you can control almost every visible part of the UI, including:
* Color
* Spacing
* Padding
* Background
* Shape
# Conclusion
DockDoor Pro is still in beta, and there is a warning not to use it on a mission-critical machine, so do not install it on your boss's MacBook and blame me if something gets weird. That said, I have not encountered any instability after two weeks of constant use.
This is an app best suited for power users, especially those with multi-monitor setups or workflows that shift throughout the day. If you use the same five apps all the time and do not care about customizing your workspace, you can probably skip it. But if you have ever wanted the Dock to be more useful, more contextual, and less stubbornly Apple-like, DockDoor Pro is worth a look.
**DockDoor Pro Website** \- [DockDoor Pro - Official macOS Dock Replacement](https://pro.dockdoor.net/)
**Privacy Policy** \- [DockDoor Pro | Privacy Policy & EULA](https://pro.dockdoor.net/legal/)
**Price** \- $20
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DockDoor Pro
DockDoor Pro - Native Dock Experience for macOS
DockDoor Pro is a native dock replacement for macOS with live window previews, dock profiles, media controls, file tray, magnification, multi-monitor support, and full customization.
Is there an app to see exactly where my RAM is getting used up?
No not Activity Monitor. I have to explain what happened today. So today I was sharing my screen on a Zoom call and my cursor started moving slowly and turned into a beach ball and the call froze.
I had one browser opened with 10 tabs and 7 of them in suspended state - regular sites like Gemini, youtube, and wikipedia. On activity monitor the browser is using 609 MB of RAM but memory cleaner by Nektony shows it's using 2.74 GB of RAM. I had another browser that was just opened with no tabs and spotify app was running. That's it.
Other than that there's just background apps on the menu bar like one drive, google drive, shottr, Thock, Unclutter, Bitwarden, Raycast, and a live wallpaper app - yeah these are only using 10 MB or so of RAM each except Unclutter using around 386 MB in activity monitor and 500 MB shown in memory cleaner by Nektony, and the live wallpaper app using 192 MB in activity monitor and 600 MB shown in memory cleaner by Nektony. My question is how tf am I running out of RAM? I have 16 GB of RAM.
Is 16 GB not enough for basic use cases now? I'm not even video editing or anything. Just doing what a Macbook Neo user would do and they got only 8 GB, I have 16 GB. I just want to know where my RAM is getting used up. I don't understand the discrepancy between Nektony and activity monitor. Activity monitor's stats don't show exactly how much RAM is available and the data is hard to interpret.
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No not Activity Monitor. I have to explain what happened today. So today I was sharing my screen on a Zoom call and my cursor started moving slowly and turned into a beach ball and the call froze.
I had one browser opened with 10 tabs and 7 of them in suspended state - regular sites like Gemini, youtube, and wikipedia. On activity monitor the browser is using 609 MB of RAM but memory cleaner by Nektony shows it's using 2.74 GB of RAM. I had another browser that was just opened with no tabs and spotify app was running. That's it.
Other than that there's just background apps on the menu bar like one drive, google drive, shottr, Thock, Unclutter, Bitwarden, Raycast, and a live wallpaper app - yeah these are only using 10 MB or so of RAM each except Unclutter using around 386 MB in activity monitor and 500 MB shown in memory cleaner by Nektony, and the live wallpaper app using 192 MB in activity monitor and 600 MB shown in memory cleaner by Nektony. My question is how tf am I running out of RAM? I have 16 GB of RAM.
Is 16 GB not enough for basic use cases now? I'm not even video editing or anything. Just doing what a Macbook Neo user would do and they got only 8 GB, I have 16 GB. I just want to know where my RAM is getting used up. I don't understand the discrepancy between Nektony and activity monitor. Activity monitor's stats don't show exactly how much RAM is available and the data is hard to interpret.
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Getting a new Mac, looking to clean up my apps a bit. Can you help me?
Hey Y'all.
I just bought a new MBPro M5 Pro 16" and it'll be here Friday to replace my MBPro M2 Pro 14".
I have a Setapp subscription that is soon coming to an end. I'm not really a fan of setapp anymore since they've added a bunch of junk apps and AI slop thats not a lot of quality like they used to.
Instead of keeping my setapp subscription, I plan to just buy some apps outright, but before I do, I want to know if there are any better options or open source options.
Here are the apps on setapp that I currently use:
DisplayBuddy
CleanshotX (I use this a lot but I've considered shottr)
Downie
AlDente Pro (Do I even really need it?)
Permute
Presentify
Jumpdesktop (Discontinued on setapp)
Other Apps I'm using and like that I don't know if there are better/other options
Rustcast (I just replaced raycast with this.. I'm not 100% sold yet, but it does do what I need it to)
Wins (I like the way this works, I looked at dockdoor but it seems to do a lot of the same things)
Thaw (seems to work well, its one of the best I have found for stability.)
Pearcleaner (Uninstaller and updater, not really a fan of appcleaner)
Dropover Pro
itsycal
Keka (works fine, just don't know what else is out there.)
Upscayl
Homebew (I just started using this, what a wonderful way to install apps!)
Thanks for any suggestions you can help me with! Must appreciated!
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Hey Y'all.
I just bought a new MBPro M5 Pro 16" and it'll be here Friday to replace my MBPro M2 Pro 14".
I have a Setapp subscription that is soon coming to an end. I'm not really a fan of setapp anymore since they've added a bunch of junk apps and AI slop thats not a lot of quality like they used to.
Instead of keeping my setapp subscription, I plan to just buy some apps outright, but before I do, I want to know if there are any better options or open source options.
Here are the apps on setapp that I currently use:
DisplayBuddy
CleanshotX (I use this a lot but I've considered shottr)
Downie
AlDente Pro (Do I even really need it?)
Permute
Presentify
Jumpdesktop (Discontinued on setapp)
Other Apps I'm using and like that I don't know if there are better/other options
Rustcast (I just replaced raycast with this.. I'm not 100% sold yet, but it does do what I need it to)
Wins (I like the way this works, I looked at dockdoor but it seems to do a lot of the same things)
Thaw (seems to work well, its one of the best I have found for stability.)
Pearcleaner (Uninstaller and updater, not really a fan of appcleaner)
Dropover Pro
itsycal
Keka (works fine, just don't know what else is out there.)
Upscayl
Homebew (I just started using this, what a wonderful way to install apps!)
Thanks for any suggestions you can help me with! Must appreciated!
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