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Decks in this class (16)

Lesson 1 Introduction to macOS
Describe macOS Describe new macOS High Sierra 10.13 features List macOS versions supported on Mac computers that can also run macOS HighSierra 10.13
3  cards
Lesson 2 Update, Upgrade, or Reinstall macOS
Describe the difference between a macOS update, upgrade, and reinstallation. Describe the macOS installer. Troubleshoot a macOS upgrade or reinstallation.
6  cards
Lesson 3 Set up and Configure macOS
Complete initial macOS configuration. Adjust common system settings. Identify and install a configuration profile. Verify system information.
4  cards
Lesson 4 Use the Command-Line Interface
Be able to describe when the command-line interface is useful. Explore Terminal.
4  cards
Lesson 5 Use macOS Recovery
- Access macOS Recovery utilities. - Reinstall macOS from macOS Recovery. - Create an external macOS Recovery disk.
3  cards
Lesson 6 Update macOS
- Configure automatic software update settings. - Automatically update Apple-sources software. - Manually update Apple Software.
9  cards
Lesson 7 Manage User Accounts
- Recognize various user account types and user attributes. - Create and manage user accounts. - Adjust login and fast user switching settings.
4  cards
Lesson 8 Manage User Home Folders
- Be able to describe user home folders. - Delete user's accounts and archive their home folder contents. - Migrate and restore home folders.
4  cards
Lesson 9 Manage Security and Privacy
- Be able to describe password types and use. - Manage secrets in Keychain. - Enable and manage iCloud Keychain. - Manage system security and user privacy.
10  cards
Lesson 10 Manage Password Changes
- Change known passwords - Reset lost user passwords - Set a firmware password to secure macOS startup
7  cards
Lesson 11 Manage File Systems and Storage
- Recognize systems supported by macOS - Manage disks, partitions, and volumes - Troubleshoot and repair partition and volume issues
7  cards
Lesson 12 Manage FileVault
- Describe how FileVault helps protect data. - Enable FileVault protection. - Describe how to regain access to a FileVault-protected Mac when all local user account passwords are lost.
3  cards
Lesson 13 Manage Permissions and Sharing
- Describe file ownership and permissions -Explore macOS default shared folders - Securely manage file and folder access
5  cards
Lesson 14 Use Hidden Items, Shortcuts, and File Archives
- Navigate to hidden files and folders - Examine packages and bundles - Manage aliases and links - Create and open ZIP archives and disk images
7  cards
Lesson 15 Manage System Resources
- Navigate to hidden files and folders - Examine packages and bundles - Manage aliases and links - Create and open ZIP archives and disk images
7  cards
Lesson 16 Use Metadata, Spotlight, and Siri
- Describe how macOS stores and uses file metadata. - Use metadata, such as tags and comments, to organize your files. - Use Spotlight and Siri to search for local and Internet resources.
8  cards

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