macOS Sequoia Update: Permission Overload Angers Mac Users

macOS Sequoia Turns Permissions Into a Nightmare, Frustrating Mac Users Apple's latest macOS update, Sequoia, has brought with it a wave of frustration, turning system permissions into an endless cycle of pop-ups and confusing prompts. While intended to enhance privacy, the new system has left users struggling to use even basic apps. Permission Overload: Sequoia introduces a barrage of new permissions, particularly for local network access. Apps that previously functioned without explicit permission are now constantly asking for access, even for seemingly unrelated tasks. This constant bombardment of permission requests has left users bewildered and unsure why certain apps require such broad access. Inconsistent and Unclear: Adding to the frustration is the lack of consistency in how these permissions are handled. Denying an app permission might require multiple restarts to even get the option to grant it again. The prompts themselves are often vague, leaving users in the dark about …