Observation and experiment
Investigating what happens on a computer is a balance between
observation and experiment. While careful measurements of what happens
in the real world are essential, modern operating systems are so complex
that it’s often necessary to repeat those observations in a simplified experiment.
With the ready availability of lightweight virtual machines running
macOS on Apple silicon, this has become much easier, and they’re usually
my first choice now. They run without the complications brought by an
Apple ID, and lack Wi-Fi too, keeping them free from distractions and
their logs much cleaner as a result. When you can’t see the wood from
the trees, an experiment can be decisive.
Knowledge
Three maxims were inscribed on the Temple of Delphi for the eternal
guidance of those who study macOS: the most important read γνῶθι σεαυτόν
(gnōthi seautón), know yourself, including your methods and their limitations; nothing to excess, and certainty brings insanity. At least
we can rest assured that we can never be certain of anything any more.
Ref: Dr Howard Oakley
https://eclecticlight.co/2023/01/29/last-week-on-my-mac-knowing-your-limitations/
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