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Yasu is a free utility that gives you a very simple interface for running system-level maintenance tasks. It is not a feature-filled system-optimization app, but rather a one-stop shop for executing Unix shell scripts that you would otherwise have to run manually through Terminal (or through some other maintenance app).
The interface is a bare-bones window with check boxes for 24 different tasks, everything from cache- and log-clearing to the Mac's "cron" scripts (which are otherwise executed automatically daily, weekly, and monthly). Yasu--which stands for Yet Another System Utility--recognizes that many system utilities offer an often bewildering abundance of tweaks and settings, so Yasu (originally designed for sysadmins) sticks to the basics. Yasu executes its tasks in the background, and a drop-down menu lets you choose whether to restart or shutdown after completion.
If you're looking for more-extensive tweaking capabilities, Yasu isn't for you. But if you want a basic, worry-free interface for troubleshooting problems and keeping your Mac healthy, this app is a great option and a good first line of defense against system weirdness.
Publisher's Description
From Jim Mitchell Design:
Created with System Administrators who service large groups of workstations in mind, Yasu (Yet Another System Utility) was made to do a specific group of maintenance tasks quickly within a few clicks, rather than needing to endlessly type shell script commands in the Terminal application.
What's new in this version:
- Rebuilt as Universal binary for PPC users.
- Fixed an issue that would prevent the main window from opening for Lion and Mountain Lion users.
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"Very Easy to use"
Version: Yasu 2.7.3
Pros
This program is very easy to use. Runs quickly on my 'book. It does what it says.
Cons
Doesn't seem as robust as, say, CCleaner for Windows. Then again, this is a Mac so . . .
Summary
I think this is a great program. All in all, worth downloading, in my mind.
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"YASU did everything I was hoping it would."
Version: Yasu 2.7.3
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
None I saw
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"Just works."
Version: Yasu 2.7.3
Pros
Works well. Notice the difference in speed.
Cons
None that I've noticed.
Summary
Great App. Just what I was looking for. Easy to use for the non tech head.
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"It does the basics well."
Version: Yasu 2.7.3
Pros
It takes about 10 minutes to run and I use it about every 3 days. Each time, I end up with about 3-5 gigs more of memory and the machine runs more quickly.
Cons
Nothing to dislike. Not the fault of Yasu, but I was surprised at how long it took to deal with the "permissions." Gonna have to learn more about that.
Summary
If you have a Mac (I have a Macbook Pro) and don't want to become a technical expert, Yazu is something you absolutely need.
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"I like this program and it seems to work well"
Version: Yasu 2.7.1
Pros
Easy to use and does what it is supposed to do very quickly and easily
Cons
I have found none
Summary
I would recommend this program to anyone who likes to run their on computer maintenance manually
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"Easy to use, cleaned up problems"
Version: Yasu 2.7.1
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
None that I experienced
Summary
Everyone should use this utility to keep Mac clean
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"Great simple Cache cleaner"
Version: Yasu 2.6.8
Pros
It uses only included command line programs and has never failed.
Cons
I just wish it would clear the HTML 5 Database (HTML< cookies you can see if Safari's Preferences, Security tab, Show Database). I guess as more people get wind of HTML 5 cookies it will start clearing these Databases.
Summary
This application is a no-brainer to run software maintenance that should run about once every three to four months. It runs simple Unix command line programs that are already in OS X to clear cache, bloated logs, cookies, etc.
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"Yasu Help"
Version: Yasu 2.6.2
Summary
This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.
Having run Yasu for the first time, I encountered a minor problem. I wrote and asked for help and was so pleased with a complete and polite answer within a few hours. First time that has happened with any product I own. I am so glad I was told about this product. -
"Jimbo"
Version: Yasu 2.6.1
Summary
This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.
Previously, I loved Yasu. This time it messed up my system. I spent some time fixing some things myself, more time with Earthlink, and even more time with Apple to get my Mac 10.4.11 back in shape. I downloaded Onyx for 10.4, which previously messed up my system with an earlier version, but which works fine now. Onyx was good, then bad, now good. Yasu was great, now bad. A bad fit here and there, I suppose. -
"this utility has disabled my machine from working, period."
Version: Yasu 2.5.2
Pros
Since I downloaded this, even when I re install new aps they dont work. I`m going to get in touch wit these people, and I want them to explain what they have done to my machine. I have lost all ability to do ANY WORK AHATSOEVER, and I cant even install new apps due to this junk
Cons
Ithe only thing I would ike to know is how to get it off of my machine so I can have my computer back as soon as possible if not sooner
