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turnintoserver

Keeps a closed-lid MacBook running as a server with the screen dimmed

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turnintoserver is a macOS menu bar utility that keeps a closed-lid MacBook running as a local server, dimming the built-in display to zero brightness instead of leaving it lit under the lid. It supports SSH, remote desktop, and local network services staying active, plus scheduled auto-shutoff and low-battery notifications. It's aimed at macOS users who want to temporarily or permanently repurpose a MacBook as a small server.

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macOS utilityServer toolSystem utility

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